General Manager – KGCS-TV Job at Missouri Southern State University in Joplin

General Statement of Job

The KGCS – TV General Manager is responsible for the operation of the broadcast television station licensed to Missouri Southern State University. This position oversees and manages all aspects of the station, including finances and supervision of staff.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties :

• Supervises and coordinates daily operations of KGCS – TV.
• Ensures that KGCS follows the rules and regulations established by the Federal Communications Commission.
• Coordinates broadcast programming to serve the Joplin community and the University.
• Oversees station financial operations and seeks additional funding sources.
• Assists with the educational training opportunities for MSSU students working at the station.
• Oversees the scheduling and programming of KGCS-TV.
• Completes weekly program schedules, sending information to listing services.
• Prepares and completes programming logs for station operations; sees that local programs are ready for airing as scheduled.
• Oversees budgeting and expenditures of KGCS-TV.
• Supervises staff and works with broadcast faculty at KGCS-TV.
• Coordinates station productions and operations with staff.
• Maintains station records, meeting requirements established by the Federal Communications Commission for a licensed broadcast station.
• Maintains station legal files to meet FCC requirements.
• Maintains contracts with networks, music licensing, and program suppliers; completes necessary program affidavits.
• Coordinates KGCS promotions on and off-campus, including news releases, creation of promotional spots, and other promotional campaigns.
• Communicates with the campus, community leaders, organizations, and companies.
• Maintains awareness of station needs and industry trends.
• Archives station programs and records.
• Coordinates and organizes special events.
• Coordinates student entries for competitions.
• Coordinates annual student awards for KGCS.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education, Experience, and Licenses

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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