General Manager / Director Of Sales

Job Description

General Manager / Director Of Sales - KNOE

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.

About KNOE:

KNOE-TV 8 News is an award-winning television station and news organization located in Monroe, Louisiana, covering northeast Louisiana, Union and Ashley Counties in Arkansas, and Warren and Adams Counties in Mississippi. KNOE-TV is owned by Atlanta-based Gray Media and is a sister station to ABC affiliate KAQY. Our offices and studios are located on Oliver Road in Monroe, and our transmitter is located in the town of Columbia in Caldwell, Parish. Since our first broadcast day on September 27, 1953, KNOE-TV has offered the best news, entertainment, weather, sports, and investigative reporting. Besides providing high-quality programming from both the CBS and ABC television networks, we also offer programs from the CW network. For further information, please visit www.knoe.com.

Job Summary/Description:

Gray Media is seeking a Vice President/General Manager/Director of Sales for our Monroe, Louisiana location. The Vice President/General Manager/DOS will report directly to a Regional Vice President-Local of Media of Gray and will be responsible for the management of all aspects of the station in a highly competitive and decentralized corporate culture. The ideal candidate will have experience as a General Manager or in other top station leadership positions in broadcasting with a background in broadcast sales, news, or marketing. Candidate must also have demonstrated leadership ability to grow both broadcast and digital viewership and revenue while generating bottom-line results.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are 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
• 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
• Effectively communicate with department heads and all employees
• Create a collaborative, team-based environment
• 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
• Work transparently with divisional general manager and other corporate team members to improve multi-platform operations
• Perform other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Four-year degree
• Great communication and people skills
• Competitive, energetic, and self-starter
• Strong writing and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• 10+ years of media experience, experience as a GM and/or DOS preferred
• Ability and willingness to become a community leader
• Valid Drivers license and acceptable driving record required

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)

KNOE-TV/Gray Media 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-r16xoe-3-135-249-37-42 in your application.