Assistant News Director

Job Description

KRCR is seeking an Assistant News Director to help lead the #1 news team in Northern California! We are looking for the right candidate to join our team in beautiful Redding, CA. The Assistant News Director oversees the production of newscasts and assignments while working closely with producers, reporters, anchors and our digital content team on daily news coverage. Must be proficient in creative writing, copy editing, enterprising stories and be committed to journalistic integrity and managing compelling newscasts. We are looking for someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with audiences across all platforms. The AD also assists with running the Assignment Desk by helping coordinate breaking news coverage and basic newsgathering functions.

Skiils & Experience:
• Oversee newscasts, script reviews of producers and reporters for assigned newscasts
• Aggressively lead breaking news and severe weather coverage
• Identify, research and develop daily content
• Compelling and accurate writing, post content to station website and social media sites
• Work closely with news director to carry out news philosophy and direction
• Review daily newscasts to ensure quality control and brand compliancy
• Oversee Special Projects and enterprise coverage
• Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
• Maintain efficient operations of the assignment desk
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field
• Computer knowledge/word processing skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms
• Must have a working knowledge of journalistic ethics, libel, and privacy laws
• Exceptional written communication skills using a conversational writing style
• Ability to communicate effectively, work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Great people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating
• Experience in research, public records requests, etc. is a plus

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

The base salary compensation range for this role is $75,000 to $85,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates' relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-wp4mkk-18-188-192-62-42 in your application.