News Director Wndu

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 WNDU:

For more than 70 years WNDU - the NBC Affiliate based on the University of Notre Dame campus has been a trusted source for local news and community service. We produce over 36 hours of live news each week and continue to expand our coverage. Our team is committed to the highest standards in news entertainment informational and public service programming. If you are looking to grow your career in a thriving newsroom and enjoy genuinely affordable living explore our openings - we want to meet you.

Job Summary/Description:

We are seeking an exceptional News Director to lead the strategic vision and day-to-day operations of our comprehensive news organization across television streaming mobile and emerging platforms. This is a high-impact leadership role for an innovative journalist who combines strong teaching and coaching abilities with strategic planning expertise.

As News Director you will inspire and develop a talented diverse newsroom while implementing bold innovative approaches to news coverage and content delivery. Working closely with senior station leadership youll execute a strategic vision that serves the community with excellence while driving audience engagement and growth across all platforms.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Strategic Leadership & Planning
Develop and implement comprehensive strategic content plans with specific guidelines for digital livestream and traditional broadcast content
Partner with the General Manager to establish strategic direction and ensure effective implementation across all news operations
Plan and execute major event coverage (elections Notre Dame Football pre-game show breaking news situations) with innovation and excellence
Establish long-range objectives and specify strategies and actions to achieve them
Develop creative research-based news strategies that leverage all available platforms and technologies
Set clear standards and goals for newsroom content quality operations and performance metrics

Leadership & Team Development
Lead and supervise all aspects of news weather and sports programming production
Coach and develop talent across all experience levels from entry-level professionals to seasoned journalists
Manage all staffing functions including hiring performance evaluations promotions and termination decisions
Plan and execute comprehensive training and development programs for the News Department
Create a culture of accountability mentorship and continuous improvement
Conduct regular newscasts and content critiques to correct errors improve coverage quality and provide constructive feedback
Set clear performance standards and monitor achievement against departmental goals

Content Strategy & Operations
Oversee all content gathering and presentation guidelines across broadcast and digital platforms
Own breaking news and weather programming directing continuous coverage for extended periods
Ensure achievement of viewer ratings engagement goals and digital metrics across all platforms
Assign projects strategically and ensure deadlines are consistently met
Showcase and promote innovative content approaches and best practices across all platforms
Maintain a strong working knowledge of community issues to inform coverage decisions and priorities

Digital & Social Media Strategy
Demonstrate advanced proficiency in optimizing and distributing content across websites and social media platforms
Develop innovative approaches to content delivery and audience engagement across digital channels
Drive audience growth and engagement metrics through strategic content distribution
Ensure consistent brand representation and messaging across all digital platforms

Resource Management & Planning
Prepare and manage the annual News Department budget
Allocate resources strategically to maximize newsroom productivity and content quality
Determine programming and equipment needs to produce quality content across platforms
Ensure efficient deployment of staff and resources across broadcast and digital operations

Additional Duties
Maintain meticulous attention to detail in all operations
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree preferably in journalism communications or a related field
Minimum 3 years of newsroom leadership experience (News Director Assistant News Director or Executive Producer) with demonstrated success in strategic planning and implementation
Proven track record of successful team leadership including hiring development and performance management of diverse teams
Demonstrated expertise in breaking news operations weather programming and major event coverage
Strong strategic planning ability with experience establishing objectives and executing integrated multi-platform strategies
Advanced digital proficiency including knowledge of website content management social media optimization and digital analytics
Exceptional communication skills both oral and written
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities meet tight deadlines and handle simultaneous tasks
Proficiency with computers newsroom technology systems and office equipment
Fluency in English

Desired Skills & Attributes
Experience developing and executing innovative content approaches
Talent for identifying developmental needs and creating meaningful growth opportunities for team members
Strong listening skills and ability to collaborate effectively in developing solutions
Demonstrated passion for breaking news weather coverage and community service journalism
Strong understanding of audience engagement metrics and analytics
Community-focused perspective with deep knowledge of local issues and news priorities
Experience with multi-platform content strategy and optimization
Detail-oriented mindset with unwavering commitment to quality accuracy and innovation

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)

WNDU-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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