Vice PresidentGeneral Manager Kbtx

About Gray Media:

Gray Media or Gray is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia formally known as Gray Television Inc. The company is the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Grays additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports Tupelo Media Group and PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About KBTX:

Were recruiting a highly talented professional to join and lead the incredible team at KBTX-TV in Bryan-College Station Texas. As the local CBS and CW affiliates we serve an 18-county area known as the Brazos Valley. For nearly 70 years weve been the dominant choice for local news and entertainment.

a thriving hub of innovation and opportunity anchored by Texas A&M University one of the nations most prestigious institutions. Here the Aggie Spirit creates a collaborative workplace culture where colleagues genuinely support each others success and forward-thinking professionals drive meaningful work in an intellectually vibrant community. What sets Bryan/College Station apart: your salary goes further. Unlike Dallas Austin and Houston we offer an exceptional quality of life without the premium price tagreasonable housing groceries and living costs mean better financial flexibility and a genuine work-life balance. We enjoy hiking and water activities in the scenic Brazos Valley a thriving sports culture diverse dining and a growing arts scene all while maintaining the warmth and accessibility of a mid-sized city with urban amenities. Whether youre building a family advancing your career or seeking a supportive community Bryan/College Station delivers: excellent schools family-friendly neighborhoods strong community connections and a region that genuinely values your well-being alongside your contribution. Join us where career growth and personal fulfillment go hand in handwhere you build more than a career you build a life.

Job Summary/Description:

The Vice President General Manager/Director of Sales will report directly to a Senior Operating Officer of Gray Media 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 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 stations growth in multi-platform content delivery and revenue generation that are 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 always adhere to the highest ethical standards
Perform other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education: Bachelors degree in a related field. Equivalent work experience may suffice.
Experience: Ten years of media experience including experience as a GM or DOS preferably in a comparable or larger market.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Strong understanding of the industry and its future
Great communication skills: written presentation oral and people
Must be able to manage multiple priorities to meet tight deadlines and be 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 train and retain talent
Computer proficiency
Must have or be able to attain a valid drivers 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 youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to 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 theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KBTX-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or addition to federal law requirements Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Required Experience:

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