Managing Editor

The Managing Editor assists in helping to run the day-to-day operations of the newsroom on evenings and weekends.

Manage, coach and schedule news staff
Work with news management to decide daily stories and help to arrange and coordinate news content.
Generate news stories and execute news coverage by coordinating field crews
Assist the assistant news director to manage all aspects of the News Department
Helps oversee daily and weekly news coverage
Works with other senior station leaders to establish and reach station goals
Assist with planning and staffing for the News Department

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Minimum three years' experience in a news leadership role, or comparable experience
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously Short- and long-term news coverage planning is essential
Manage multiple assignments in a high pressure, breaking news environment
Strong journalistic skills and news judgement
Willing to work extra hours on short notice