Managing Editor

(WDBJ) - WDBJ7, WZBJ24, and WDBJ7.com are a Gray-owned dominant CBS-affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, WDBJ7 and WZBJ24 serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produce more than 55 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market. For 70 years, WDBJ7 has been the number one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley. Job Summary/Description WDBJ-TV news group is looking for a newsroom leader with solid news judgment who can juggle multiple tasks and adjust to a constantly changing environment. The ideal candidate can efficiently evaluate resources, make good decisions, and communicate clearly and effectively under a deadline. Duties/Responsibilities Help lead and participate in editorial and planning meetings Generate and pitch story ideas Create, gather, develop, confirm, and set up news coverage Keep track of crews in the field and communicate with them during daily newsgathering and breaking news Collaborate with other managers on content gathering and planning, which includes overseeing daily operations and additional coverage for special events, as needed Monitor multiple social media accounts to gather content and communicate with news makers Gather and organize press releases, emails, phone calls, and viewer tips Manage logistics for coverage assignments Post assignments in the newsroom planning grid, providing specific details and updates for all assignments Track and communicate the development of news stories and events Work with our broadcast and digital teammates for coordinated coverage, including writing/editing stories for both platforms Work with reporters and producers on story treatment Review reporter scripts as assigned Develop and maintain news contacts and sources Keep the newsroom contact list updated Engage in short and long-term planning and maintain a planning calendar Answer telephone calls, emails, and social media messages from the public Collaborate with network assignment desks and other affiliates via phone and email Upload and share video/sound with field teams, affiliates, sister stations, and/or the networks Post breaking and developing news stories on digital platforms Be familiar with local newsgathering technology and terminology Build and maintain professional working relationships with newsmakers Gather information from multiple sources simultaneously and quickly push it out to anchors, reporters, producers, and digital producers Be able to remain calm and level-headed during breaking news situations Perform other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications/Requirements Bachelor’s degree; Communications, Journalism, or related field required Valid driver’s license with a good driving record Demonstrate solid news judgment Strong research skills, including conducting online research using various search engines Ability to stay current with national and local news/weather Advanced knowledge of social media & digital platforms Knowledge of the television market, geography, and issues Ability to maintain multiple modes of communication and coordinate multiple issues during breaking news and other stressful situations Ability to work independently with little supervision Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment Willing to work flexible hours Able to collaborate and work well in a team environment Maintain strong journalistic ethics; maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community Strong initiative and attention to detail WDBJ-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company #J-18808-Ljbffr WDBJ