Job Summary:

ABC 7 Chicago is seeking an aggressive, enthusiastic, motivated, and dedicated Assistant News Director who will supervise the daily operation of the newsroom and guide coverage across all platforms. Our Assistant News Director will execute the overall vision of delivering meaningful breaking news and impactful community-based stories in Chicago and will directly supervise executive producers and other news managers. A successful candidate must have strong leadership skills, news judgment and thrives on creating content that stands out. You must also be familiar with the Chicago news market and be able to guide, coach and mentor our staff. This position will report directly to the Vice President of News and is on-site.

Responsibilities:

Manage the daily operation of the newsroom and guide coverage across all platformsCollaborate closely with internal and external partners on all content, marketing and promotional strategies while implementing innovative tactics to be competitive in the Chicago market and grow audiencesLead news managers on all daily linear programming and digital and social news content; make operational decisions on content and logisticsResponsible for all daily news coverage, including breaking newsSupervise executive producers and other newsroom managers on both linear and non-linear news content and conflict resolution on any issues that arise in the newsroomResponsible for recruiting and hiring operational newsroom personnel in collaboration with VP of NewsOversee award-winning investigative unit and special projects

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of local news management experience and major understanding of news content in the digital/social worldMust be a strong leader with the ability to make decisions on daily content and logistics in a fast-paced environmentProven ability to excel in a demanding and ever-changing newsroomDetail-oriented with strong editorial and production skills with an understanding of the importance of marketing as it relates to daily coverageA keen understanding of which types of content and storytelling styles work best for various platformsDemonstrated ability work under deadline pressures and work in a rapid, fast-paced environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skillsMust be flexible with working hours and adaptable to change

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree (preferred in Journalism) or equivalent work experience

The hiring range for this position in Chicago, IL is $182,778- $245,190 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.