Director of News Technology - KIRO TV

at  Cox Media Group

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of News Technology is responsible for ensuring the superior quality of KIRO 7 News video and audio presentation through: effective management of its technical operations and equipment; maintenance of high photojournalistic and news video editing standards; and the efficient planning and management of News operating and capital budgets.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 10 years of hands-on experience in news acquisition, editing, journalistic desk and on -air production functions in a newsroom of similar market size.
• Market diversity is highly desired.
• Broad knowledge of news ENG acquisition, editorial, assignment desk and control room technologies.
• Experience in major enterprise-level technology and engineering construction or renovation projects is desirable.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record required.
• Able to effectively schedule a team of employees.
• Experience managing a team of 15 employees or larger.
• Knowledge of journalistic standards and ethics for news gathering
• The candidate should have a degree in technology with a focus in electronic media. Factory training on newsroom systems is a plus.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to work well with others and deal with employee issues appropriately.
• The employee is frequently required to lift and/or carry up to 60 pounds of equipment.
• Must be able to work in confined areas
• Specific vision abilities include close and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent relevant experience as a News Operations Manager at a local station in a top 20 market is strongly preferred
  The salary range for this position is $90,000 per year to $134,000 to per year. Final compensation for the role will be determined by a variety of factors such as skills, certifications, and relevant work experience.

Benefits for this role include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available to the employee and employee’s family (i.e. child, spouse, domestic partner).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) and Health Savings Accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance (supplemental and accidental, death, and dismemberment)
• Participation in CMG’s 401(k) plan with generous company match and both pre-tax and Roth options
• Paid flexible vacation and up to four weeks (160 hours) of paid wellness time, inclusive of paid sick and safe time under applicable law.
• Up to eight (8) paid holidays throughout calendar year 2024.
• Up to two (2) weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• All other benefits required by applicable law.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To coordinate photojournalist, news video editing, remote broadcast, and news engineering activities and productivity.
• To be active and aggressive in maintaining high-quality product and conduct from work group members.
• To initiate and approve requests as appropriate for the purchase, replacement, or repair of equipment and services.
• To oversee staffing and supervisory duties, including hiring, discipline, scheduling, and evaluation of operations staff and work group members in accordance with KIRO policies.
• To plan and manage the News operating and capital budgets.
• To help to determine the future direction of KIRO News operations through regular and clear communications with News Director, other Department Heads, Senior staff leaders, and employees.
• To provide logistical planning and technical coordination for News programming, projects, and special events.
• To oversee the operation and regular maintenance of News equipment, including but not limited to: broadcast cameras, camcorders; video players, recorders and editing systems; audio systems and tape recorders; communications equipment, including twoway radios, cellular telephones, and scanners; news video transmission equipment, including satellite & microwave vehicles and gear; helicopter; news vehicles and other transportation equipment.

Benefits for this role include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available to the employee and employee’s family (i.e. child, spouse, domestic partner).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) and Health Savings Accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance (supplemental and accidental, death, and dismemberment)
• Participation in CMG’s 401(k) plan with generous company match and both pre-tax and Roth options
• Paid flexible vacation and up to four weeks (160 hours) of paid wellness time, inclusive of paid sick and safe time under applicable law.
• Up to eight (8) paid holidays throughout calendar year 2024.
• Up to two (2) weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• All other benefits required by applicable law