Vice President/ General Manager

Job Description

Vice President/ General Manager - KKTV

About Gray Media:

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage:

$185,000 - $215,000/annually

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri.

Job Type:

Full-Time

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About KKTV:

Wake up in the most beautiful market in the country where we experience an average of 300 days of sunshine, Colorado Springs! Enjoy the beauty of the Rocky Mountains, snow skiing in the winter, and hiking in the summer. KKTV is the leading CBS broadcast television station in Southern Colorado, delivering news across broadcast, digital, and OTT platforms.

KKTV 11 News is the Breaking News and Weather Leader in Southern Colorado, and we always put the safety of our viewers first. With more than 65 years of excellence in the community, a multitude of awards including Emmy, Murrow, and Colorado Broadcaster's Association awards, and state-of-the-art technology, being the leader in the community is integral to the culture of KKTV. Our departments work together as a team to serve our community. We are involved with local non-profits like Pikes Peak United Way and Care and Share Food Bank, and we sponsor fun events like the annual Christmas parade and balloon festival. We work hard and we also like to have fun together. Southern Colorado is our home, and we strive daily to make it an even better place to live and work. Come work for one of the best teams in the country in one of the most beautiful places.

Job Summary/Description:

The Vice President/General Manager will report directly to a Senior Managing Vice President-Local Media of Gray and will be responsible for the management of all aspects of the station in a highly competitive and decentralized corporate culture.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
• Lead a fully functioning multi-platform media station with a focus on growing revenue and audience
• Be the primary leader in generating ratings and revenue. Develop strategic plans and operational plans for the station's growth in multi-platform content delivery and revenue generation that is in alignment with the local brand
• Effectively communicate with department heads and all employees. Create a collaborative, team-based environment. Lead with positive motivation, direction, and insight while holding the team accountable for the attainment of operational goals
• Encourage innovation across all levels of the organization
• Provide visible leadership both inside the station and in the community. Develop strong relationships with key clients and other business partners
• Provide training and development opportunities to team members
• Responsible for all aspects of financial statements and ensuring station compliance. Responsible for station operating and capital expense budgets
• Enforce all FCC, EEO, SOX, and any other appropriate rules and regulations
• Understand and adhere to company policies, and at all times adhere to the highest ethical standards
• Perform other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:
• 10+ years of media experience, including experience as a GM, DOS, or ND.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field. Equivalent work experience may suffice
• Strong understanding of the industry and its future
• Great communication skills -- written, presentation, oral, people
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities to meet tight deadlines, able to adapt to changing deadlines while presenting a calming and confident presence
• Strategic/analytical thinker and influencer
• Leadership skills and abilities such as emotional intelligence, conflict resolution
• Excellent negotiator
• Able to build teams and high performers
• Ability and willingness to become a community leader
• Familiarity with employment law compliance at an operational level
• Financial Reporting
• Adapt to changing business needs, at times with little/no notice, and lead others through change
• Identify, hire, and retain talent
• Computer proficiency, including business software such as MS Suite and Enterprise/SAP-type
• Must have or be able to attain a valid driver's license. Driving record should not have any major convictions, no more than one minor conviction, or at-fault accident in the past 3 years.

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KKTV-TV/Gray Media, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d8w3vq-3-135-182-158-42 in your application.