WDAF-TV / FOX4, the Nexstar station in Kansas City, MO, is looking for a Managing Editor to join our News team. Kansas City is the 34th TV Market, serving a population of more than 2M viewers. WDAF-TV is the legacy station in the market and #1 in the target demo, in all newscasts. The Managing Editor oversees day-to-day local content operations and programming production on all station platforms.

Manage and coordinate local content for all locally developed broadcasts and segments across all daypartsFacilitate daily editorial meetings and oversee assignment desk Collaborate with staff to plan, gather, and produce content for broadcast and digital programming with emphasis on storytellingSchedule staff and handle logistics for story coverage, live content, and other departmental needs, while verifying deadlines are being metExecute strategies that engage and grow audiences across all media devicesResponsible for successful marketing of projects and adherence to budgetAssist in developing news coverage strategy for the station and its websiteCreate content for broadcast and digital as needed, including writing and editing news contentResponds to coverage questions (phone, email, social media, etc.)Works with senior station leaders to establish and reach station goalsPerforms other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experienceFluency in EnglishExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenMinimum two years’ experience in a content development roleExperience guiding, directing and motivating subordinatesProficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipmentAbility to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyAbility to effectively listen to fully understand employee needs and communicate with a team to shape a solutionFlexibility to work any shift and all shifts, including nights and weekends