Assistant Director, News
- Oversee newscasts, script reviews of producers and reporters for assigned newscasts
- Aggressively lead breaking news and severe weather coverage
- Identify, research and develop daily content
- Compelling and accurate writing, post content to station website and social media sites
- Work closely with news director to carry out news philosophy and direction
- Review daily newscasts to ensure quality control and brand compliancy
- Oversee Special Projects and enterprise coverage
- Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
- Maintain efficient operations of the assignment desk
- Other responsibilities as assigned
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field
- Computer knowledge/word processing skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office products
- Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms
- Must have a working knowledge of journalistic ethics, libel, and privacy laws
- Exceptional written communication skills using a conversational writing style
- Ability to communicate effectively, work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Great people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating
- Experience in research, public records requests, etc. 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 virtue of 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 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at
About the Team
The life-blood 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? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.
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