Montana State University Billings · 17 hours ago
News Director
Billings, MT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMontana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region, and they are seeking a News Director for Yellowstone Public Radio (YPR). The News Director will oversee the editorial direction and daily management of the news team, implementing strategies for news production and maintaining the integrity of YPR's reporting.
E-LearningHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develops, creates, and implements YPR’s news reporting strategies and goals. Responsible for the development, management, production, and editing of regional news programming. Directs a team of news reporters and freelance content providers. Plans news program specials and series. Supervises the coverage of statewide elections. Supervises the coverage of state legislative sessions. Schedules and implements news content for broadcast and digital platforms. Oversees and implements the news department’s contributions to social media platforms
Supervises news department employees, student workers, and interns under the direction of the General Manager. Assigns stories and oversees news employee pitches. Supervises the training of news department employees and evaluates employee performance and, when necessary, recommends disciplinary actions. Supervises the purchase of audio recording equipment, audio editing software, and other equipment required for news reporting
Maintains the editorial integrity and professionalism of YPR’s newsroom. Responsible for the factual reporting of the news. Directs news department employees on editorial best practices. Maintains an updated resource on publishing guidelines. Responsible for communication with YPR listeners regarding YPR’s news reporting. Supervises any retractions, corrections, or other modifications to broadcast or published content when necessary
Daily, oversees the meetings and correspondence necessary to plan and implement the day’s news reporting. Supervises reporters on sources, story direction, fact-checking, and either edits or provides an editor for each story. Oversees the transition from broadcast story to published story on YPR’s digital platforms. Coordinates YPR’s Twitter feed. In coordination with Montana Public Radio’s News Director, oversees content sharing between the two stations
Represents YPR in communication and collaboration with NPR. Directs news employees on pitching stories to NPR. Researches and implements NPR best practices for use in the YPR newsroom. Oversees and implements collaborative opportunities with other news gathering organizations to partner on news content. Seeks out opportunities to submit YPR news programming for local, state, and national awards
Directs and supervises the on-air news hosts. Provides voice coaching and other feedback on a regular basis to ensure professional delivery of YPR newscasts. Acts as a substitute host in the event of vacation, sick leave, or other absence
Other duties as assigned: participates in the semi-annual on-air fundraising weeks; represents YPR at station functions and other public appearances; represents YPR to various community groups when needed
This position is considered essential and high priority. The News Director is on-call and is required to work irregular hours as circumstances dictate
Physical Demands: Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 10 pounds of field recording gear
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Journalism or a related field
At least five (5) years of professional broadcast experience, preferably in public media
Supervisory/leadership experience or demonstrated leadership skills
Ability to work within a budget framework and contribute to budgeting discussions
Strong, clear communication skills including writing and editing skills
Organizational skills
Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills
Decision-making and problem-solving skills, including ability to make decisions quickly under pressure
The ability to develop content for broadcast
The ability to develop content and post to web and social media
Reporting skills - including interviews, on-air, and breaking news
This position requires a valid driver's license
Preferred
Experience supervising staff within a media field
Experience working in public radio/media
Experience with live radio operation
Benefits
Work-life balance
Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and 1 Floating Holiday
Vacation- 15 days per year (New Employees to 10 years; after 10 years the accrual rate increases)
Sick Leave
Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities
Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable
Life Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits.
Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths
Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path
Company
Montana State University Billings
MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY BILLINGS Our mission at Montana State University Billings to deliver a transformative education that empowers students from diverse backgrounds to succeed.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
American Welding Society
2022-07-29Grant
Leadership Team
Brett Weisz
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