News Director

Job Description

News Director, KTVQ

KTVQ, the E.W. Scripps CBS affiliate in Billings, Montana, is seeking a dynamic News Director to lead our talented team of journalists. This is an unparalleled opportunity to make your mark in one of the most breathtaking regions of the country.

Billings, known as the ''Magic City,'' is a thriving community nestled in the heart of Big Sky Country. Surrounded by the majestic Rimrocks and the serene Yellowstone River, Billings offers an unmatched quality of life. Outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the abundance of hiking trails, ski slopes, and fishing spots right at their doorstep. And the city's rich history and culture are on full display, from the stunning Pictograph Cave State Park to the iconic Western Heritage Center museum.

If you're ready to join a team of passionate journalists and be part of the remarkable story of Billings, Montana, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role. This is your chance to make a real difference in a vibrant, thriving community that offers an unparalleled quality of life.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Create & implement strategic plans for audience growth and newsroom operations.
• Responsible for developing and implementing measurable strategies for audience growth while effectively managing news content delivered on multiple platforms.
• Communicate a compelling and inspired vision consistent with company strategy.
• Analyze and respond to trends affecting the industry and DMA.
• Approve all newsroom personnel decisions.
• Develop and control annual budget to comply with station guidelines.
• Build and maintain key relationships to foster a positive news image within the community.
• Monitor all on-air and online product for compliance to Federal, State and local laws as well as First & Fourteenth Amendments.
• Work closely with other members of station management team to develop and attain departmental and station goals.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in posting content to station websites.
• Ability to adapt current resources to emerging technology.
• Supervise and provide regular feedback and yearly performance appraisals for direct reports with ultimate responsibility for all newsroom personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• 5+ years newsroom experience with a minimum of at least 2+ years in news leadership roles desired.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication or related field preferred.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Demonstrated ability to track and select trending news stories.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a rapid, fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Knowledge and demonstration of editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws.
• Ability to create tactics and strategies to increase demo performance in key target areas for multiple platforms.
• Have working knowledge of federal, state and local laws impacting operations.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Effective in a variety of formal presentation settings both inside and outside the organization.
• Proven and effective leadership skills; fosters open dialogue, empowers others, addresses conflict quickly and directly.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-re6bm5-18-225-254-81-42 in your application.