Vice President of News

This is a Full Time Job

The VP News of CBS Sacramento is responsible for leading the strategic mission of news operation that will deliver the highest-quality, hyper-local news and culture-defining content in the dynamic Sacramento marketplace. This news executive will be at the center of future success, upholding our commitment to quality journalism, next gen storytelling and serving our communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Plan long-term strategy for the news department with emphasis of ratings, retention and growth across platforms and screens.
• Provide strategic and tactical direction for day-to-day news coverage, breaking news/weather, special projects, enterprise reporting, memorable storytelling, community journalism, special events coverage and editorial.
• Lead newsroom management team. Develop employees through feedback and coaching.
• Create brand vision, oversee planning and execution for newscast on all platforms, including the CBS News Sacramento streaming channel.
• Find opportunities for modernization, innovation, and next-generation storytelling.
• Plan long-term strategy improving the AR/VR studio environment opportunity.
• Engage with community organizations to implement content partnerships.
• Develop and maintain newsroom budget and expense management.
• Ensure a balanced and ethical presentation of news in accordance with CBS policies and standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Proven experience leading a local news organization. The ability to effectively lead and manage in a dynamic and challenging environment.
• Demonstrated leadership and strategic decision making.
• Proficient on the Sacramento market.
• Experience developing short and long-term strategies from audience research and ratings data.
• Solid journalistic judgment and a news philosophy that emphasizes accurate, fair and unique local content, along with community engagement.
• Track record of being a successful, people-first manager who cultivates collaboration and feedback.
• Skills in producing engaging, content centric newscasts and digital content.
• Experience developing short and long-term strategies from audience research and ratings data.
• A participative leadership approach that cultivates collaboration and innovation.
• Ability to recognize, create and communicate priorities, strategies, market opportunities and challenges to drive growth and performance improvement.
• Experience managing budgeting processes and strategic planning.
• Legal understanding of FCC rules and regulations.
• Must be a strong leader with the ability to manage all aspects of the newsroom.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or related field preferred.
• Prior experience as a News Director for a television station or network team preferred.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

What We Offer:
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.