Director of News & Multimedia Content
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Job Location:
Sioux Falls, SD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Are you a dynamic forward-thinking leader ready to shape the future of local news Nexstar Media Group Americas largest local broadcasting company is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of News & Multimedia Content to lead the newsroom at KELOLAND Media Group Sioux Falls (KELO-TV).
This is a rare opportunity to guide a talented multiplatform newsroom thats redefining what it means to be a local broadcaster in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
What Were Looking For
Our ideal candidate is a proven newsroom leader with a passion for local storytelling and a vision for where news is headed next. You are:
- A strategic thinker with deep knowledge of digital trends and multiplatform distribution
- Collaborative decisive and committed to community impact
- Mindset to meet audiences wherever they are
- Skilled at inspiring innovation accountability journalism and creative storytelling
- A mentor who motivates individuals to perform at their best and fosters a culture of teamwork and excellence
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all aspects of news weather and sports content across broadcast digital and streaming platforms.
- Manage day-to-day newsroom operations including staffing training scheduling and performance evaluation.
- Shape and execute an audience-focused content strategy for linear TV digital OTT/CTV and social media.
- Make key personnel decisions including hiring coaching promotions and terminations.
- Provide consistent feedback and coaching to elevate storytelling and presentation standards.
- Ensure journalistic integrity accuracy and timeliness in all content.
- Collaborate with senior station leadership to align newsroom strategy with company goals.
- Drive digital innovation using data analytics and emerging technology.
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in a broadcast newsroom including 2-3 years in a newsroom supervisor role.
- Bachelors degree in Journalism Broadcasting Communications or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong digital acumen and experience with multiplatform content creation and audience engagement.
- Exceptional communication decision-making and team-building skills.
- Proven success in growing audience reach and delivering measurable results.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- Experience with budgeting resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Experience and success mentoring and developing newsroom talent.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
About Company
As the largest TV station operator in the U.S. reaching nearly 39 percent of households, Nexstar Media Group offers unrivaled audience access and influence.
