Managing Editor

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee the editorial aspects of news production for KTVU’s broadcast television and digital platforms, including managing television anchors and reporters. The ideal candidate is a dynamic, team-oriented leader with strong editorial judgement and persuasive written and oral communication skills who will work closely with the News Director and Assistant News Director on the editorial direction of the newsroom.

The Managing Editor:

Starts each day with a vision for the day’s coverage, communicates that vision to everyone involved and sees through its execution

Runs editorial meetings to ensure KTVU coverage is comprehensive, proactive, thoughtful and serves viewers well

Sets high journalistic standards for the newsroom, maintains quality and works to ensure accuracy, fairness and diverse representation in all newscasts

Oversees reporter and anchor assignments and schedules

Works closely with all editorial teams to make sure newsroom is focused on digital goals

Develops ideas for and executes news specials and investigations

Plans and executes special coverage

Establishes and cultivates positive relationships with outside agencies.

Must be a strong communicator, detail-oriented and be able to meet deadlines within specific time constraints.

Guides and directs producers and EPs in executing daily newscasts, approves copy and gives editorial guidance

Coaches newsroom staff including EPs, producers, anchors and reporters

Other duties may be assigned as deemed appropriate and necessary

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year College or university in Journalism or Communications preferred. A minimum of 10 years professional experience in local TV news is required for this job as well as at least 3 years of news management experience. Significant experience as a line producer, executive producer and/or on-air reporter are all a plus. Familiarity with BitCentral, iNews and Edius are a plus. Qualified candidates will have excellent communication skills, written and oral.