Sinclair Inc. is hiring : Assistant News Director in New Bloomfield

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KRCG 13 is seeking an Assistant News Director to join our news team. The Assistant News Director will oversee production of newscasts and assignments while working closely with producers, reporters, anchors, and our digital content team on daily news coverage. The ideal candidate must be proficient in creative writing, copy editing, enterprising stories, and be committed to managing compelling newscasts. We are looking for someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with the audience across all platforms.

Responsibilities include :

Oversee newscasts, script reviews of producers and reporters for assigned newscasts

Aggressively lead breaking news and severe weather coverage

Work closely with news director to carry out news philosophy and direction

Review daily newscasts to ensure quality control and brand compliance

Oversee special projects and enterprise coverage

Plan and oversee continuity into upcoming newscasts

Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements include :

Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field

Working knowledge of journalistic ethics, libel, and privacy laws

Exceptional written communication skills with a conversational writing style

Great people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating

Experience with iNews and AVID is a plus

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq : SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and / or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks such as Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of company information accessible at www.sbgi.net .

About The Team

The lifeblood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Great benefits, an open-door policy, upward mobility, and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

Additional Details

Seniority level : Entry level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industries : Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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