Assistant News Director - NBC Chicago

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

WMAQ & WSNS is seeking an Assistant News Director with exceptional news judgment and the ability to inspire and lead our highly skilled duopoly news team to exceed predefined goals. In this role, you will drive excellence while aligning with our company's objectives, policies, and procedures. Reporting directly to the News Director for WMAQ & WSNS, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our newsroom's success.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day coverage, major events, and breaking news across the duopoly of WMAQ/WSNS
• Implement strategies and tactics to increase ratings and performance in all newscasts
• Provide leadership to News professionals, driving culture of creativity, excellence and diversity of thought in a multi-platform environment
• Train and develop news staff in coordination with other news managers and their work groups
• Participate in the performance appraisal process for assigned editorial staff in conjunction with the News Director and SVP, News
• Manage script approval process as delegated to individual managers
• Develop and manage ongoing staff recruitment in all news production areas
• Ensure the daily goals and missions are executed, tracked and communicated to the staff
• Evaluate workflow efficiencies ensuring editorial resources and expectations are clearly defined and met
• Enforce newsroom’s policies and procedures, including deadlines and style
• Back-up for News Director and SVP, News as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a leadership role in a mid to large market.
• Minimum 5 years experience in News.
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or equivalent work experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, both written and verbal.

Desired Characteristics:

• Creative and hands-on strategist experienced in diverse platforms.
• Cultivates respectful and collaborative work culture, ensuring productivity.
• Skilled leader and coach, fostering high team performance.
• Drives inclusive change, appreciating diverse perspectives for positive transformations.
• Energetic and efficient in launching impactful campaigns, ensuring successful execution.
• Proficient across emerging multimedia platforms, demonstrating advanced technical skills.
• Versatile professional with strong abilities in writing, producing, creativity, management, and leadership.
• Driven by a passion for success, constantly striving for growth and excellence.

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Willingness and ability to work long hours, late nights and weekends as required
• Must be willing to work at the station in Chicago, IL
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must Accept Solutions as NBCUniversal’s Alternative Dispute Resolution program
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability