MISSION, VISION & VALUES

At ISLAND NEWS, we serve the people of Hawaii with accurate and inclusive news, weather and content that engages and builds our community. Our vision is to be the preferred choice for news on every platform.

Our Core Values: Integrity first. Aloha and respect always. Be accountable. Community empowering.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Island News is looking for a NEWS DIRECTOR to maintain and grow its reputation for being the market-driver in breaking local news and building for future success in Hawaii. The successful candidate will have experience overseeing a talented team of enterprising journalists and be accustomed to working in a research-driven, strategy-based multiplatform newsroom and has a strong understanding and appreciation of the importance of the Hawaii culture.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or an equivalent combination of education and experience to meet the requirements of the position
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Minimum of 4 years as a news manager
• Demonstrate knowledge of all phases of a television news operation, including, but not limited to: news reporting and writing, newscast formats, news producing, newsroom organization and newsgathering technology.
• Dynamic strong leader with a clear vision and ability to communicate the vision to the news team.
• Creative and adept in leading a fast-paced, highly skilled and aggressive news environment.
• Basic understanding of newsroom technical operation including computer networking, newsroom systems, satellite and digital technology.
• Understanding of use of social media and multiplatform newsgathering.
• Understanding of basic budgeting principle and financial management with experience in preparing and maintaining newsroom budgets.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving history as determined by the company. Driving record will be checked before hire and intermittently.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain the strategic direction and editorial vision for Island News. Consult and collaborate with General Manager and management team on long-term and short-term objectives, goals and action plans.
• Direct and lead overall efforts of the news department to ensure the vision and mission of Island News is understood by the entire news organization.
• Responsible and accountable for overall quality and performance of the station’s news product by critiquing newscasts and digital content, discussing observations with station management and employees and rigor of teaching and accountability.
• Execute commitment to breaking news and In Depth. Investigative strategy.
• Lead our weather and news teams to live truly live Island Weather Alert on broadcast and all digital platforms.
• Develop a strong News Department staff through applicable training, evaluation and communication with team members. Continuously recruit to develop diverse and talented pool of candidates. Interview and select new employees for News Department team.
• Hold the bar of journalistic excellence high. This is marked by accuracy and fairness and astute story selection and compelling story telling.
• Champion use of kitv.com and all other digital assets as access points for our content and as creative platforms for original content.
• Understand and incorporate extensive market research and your own tested instincts to drive the direction and decisions of the department.
• Be an engaged member of the community who understands the neighborhoods, issues, and special characteristics and nuances of Hawaii of which you direct coverage.
• Responsible for all administrative duties associated with running the news organization, including personnel and budgeting.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

SKILLS: The right candidate must be a proven leader who has good rapport with staff. He or she should have excellent organizational skills and superior news judgment. He/she will need to be innovative and a strategic thinker. The candidate must work well under pressure, foster cooperation in a stressful setting and meet strict deadlines.

HOURS/SCHEDULE: This is a full-time, overtime exempt position that is part of the company's management team.

EEO STATEMENT: We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Extended hours

Ability to Relocate:

• Honolulu, HI 96813: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person