September 18, 2016

Greetings:

This week’s report comes to you from New Orleans, host of this year’s EIJ/RTDNA convention. Great to see some of you here, including at the CNN sponsored opening reception tonight.

On to business.

ONE up, ONE down. Or perhaps it should be ONE hired, ONE leaving.

I speak, of course, of news director changes in this week’s newsletter. Those moves means our list of open ND jobs stays at 17. And one of those changes is in the second market.

We have Paid Help Wanted ads for FIVE Executive Producer positions in a wide range of markets. Sense a trend there?

There’s an obituary for a former Kentucky general manger and station owned, a handful of news managers on the move, and a GM change in a top 15 market.

All that and more below!

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Newly News Director Opening:

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  Miller

WTEN-TV, Albany, NY…MATT MILLER is leaving this Media General but soon to be owned by Nexstar ABC affiliate to return home to Cincinnati. He’s taken a job as Talent Acquisition Lead for Scripps which, of course, is headquartered there. Matt will help recruit both producers and on-air. He spent just over a year as ND here. He’s worked at all four Cincinnati stations, and a bunch of other places, too.

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Newly Named News Director:

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KTTV, Los Angeles, CA…the job has been open since June, but this Fox o-and-o has a new news director. It’s KRIS KNUTSEN, a 30+ year veteran of the market. She’s spent the last five years as Assistant ND for Tribune’s KTLA-TV and spent more than 30 years at KNBC-TV, both on the Assignment Desk and as Managing Editor of the Local News Service. Kris replaces BILL MONDORA who left the station in June after just over two years as ND.

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Paid Help Wanted Ads:

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Senior Executive Producer, KRIV-TV, Houston, TX:

Fox 26 KRIV, the Fox O&O in Houston, TX, is seeking a highly competitive and innovative applicant for the position of Senior Executive Producer to oversee day-to- day news operations in the gathering, execution and production of content across multiple-platforms. The primary responsibility of this position is to create timely and compelling content with the highest standards of journalistic accuracy and excellent production values. In addition:

  • Be a creative and innovative thinker, content developer and “show doctor”
    Possess strong breaking news skills and control room experience
    Work with news director to recruit talent and train staff
    Be able to communicate goals, motivate the team and commit to measureable results
    Collaborate with executive producer of special projects on unique and promotable content for newscasts, long-form specials and digital platforms.
    Have the ability to produce extensive live coverage whether in the studio or on a live remote
    Serve as liaison for news department with marketing team
    Attend editorial meetings, maintain schedules and perform other duties as assigned

Candidate should have a minimum of 7 years’ experience in a medium to large market news operation producing local or network news. Minimum of 3 years management experience. Knowledge of control room automation, desktop editing, I-news, and Microsoft pc-based systems is preferred. Bachelor’s Degree required. Valid driver’s license required.

Click on this link to apply:

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled

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Executive Producer, KCTV, Kansas City, MO:

KCTV/KSMO-TV in Kansas City, a CBS affiliate, home of the Kansas City Chiefs, WeatherRate Certified Most Accurate, and over 32 hours of locally produced newscasts each week is seeking an experienced Executive Producer with a proven track record of success.

The Executive Producer will be responsible for the production, execution and overall presentation of our daily newscasts, while providing leadership in the newsroom of a team of reporters, producers, editors and photographers.

Qualified candidates will have three years’ experience producing in a broadcast television news environment. One year of experience as an Executive Producer is required. Successful candidates must have an advanced understanding of legal/ethical issues impacting journalism, excellent verbal/written communication skills, knowledge of locale, governing bodies, demographics and public figures.

Strong self-motivation is needed in this role and the ability to perform high-quality work in high pressure situations. INEWS experience is required as well as the ability to work a flexible schedule.

Please apply at www.meredith.com/careers

EOE

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Executive Producer, WBNS-TV, Columbus, OH:

WBNS-TV, Central Ohio’s News Leader, seeks a dynamic Executive Producer with a proven track record. The successful candidate will be responsible for the production, execution and overall presentation of our daily newscasts, while providing leadership in the newsroom, managing producers and associate producers, ensuring writing meets station standards, coordinating with other departments for daily multiplatform news production and assisting in development of news department strategy.

10TV strives to succeed and is looking for someone with passion and enthusiasm to join our strong team! This position requires at least six years’ experience in local television news as a Producer and Executive Producer (with at least two years as EP or similar). The candidate must have excellent news judgment and communication skills, proficient comprehension of digital and social platforms and above average writing and storytelling skills. The ideal candidate should have the ability to manage and influence a large group and to work effectively in often stressful situations required. Experience in investigative journalism and digital platforms are a plus.

Please be sure to include your news philosophy and link to a recent newscast in your cover letter or resume. Please apply at www.dispatchbroadcast.com/careers.

WBNS 10TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Digital Executive Producer, WBNS-TV, Columbus, OH:

WBNS 10TV is looking for a creative, experienced and driven Digital Executive Producer to lead our digital media team and work with the broadcast team to ensure Central Ohio’s News Leader’s success on all platforms.

This position will oversee and manage the execution of digital and social journalism in alignment with the Director of News & Digital Content.

WBNS is a family owned company that has a strong culture and strives for excellence. We are looking for a gifted candidate that can set a vision for the digital and social platforms and keep it evolving as the industry does. The right candidate will have the combination of being able to see things at the macro level but is also able to roll up their sleeves and be micro.

You will approve, write, edit and publish stories for 10TV.com and our mobile and social networks. The right candidate will be vocal in the editorial meetings beyond just the numbers (though they are important!) to incorporate a creative mission daily. The successful Digital EP will respond quickly and accurately to breaking news. This role will provide guidance to newscast producers and assist in writing on-air teases and text that promote coverage in digital and social media. The ideal candidate will innovate and is able to understand and analyze monthly statistical reports and other documentation regarding digital and social use. Leadership of the digital team will include maintaining work and vacation schedules.

Preferences: 5 years working in a converged (broadcast/digital) newsroom with 2 years management experience.

Please apply at www.dispatchbroadcast.com/careers.

WBNS 10TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Executive Producer, WTXL-TV, Tallahassee, FL:

Are you a producer with a proven track record creating dynamic shows? Are you ready to make that move into management and help build something special? We’re seeking a smart, creative, and enthusiastic Executive Producer with strong leadership skills and a vision for success to join our team at WTXL ABC 27 in Tallahassee, Florida.

Applicant must have a degree in broadcast journalism or related field. Must have at least 4 years producing experience in a professional newsroom; be an excellent writer with good oral communication skills; have solid news judgment; be organized, trustworthy, calm under pressure and have experience with breaking news and live shots. Ability to multi-task is essential.

Must be familiar with ENPS and have the ability to help drive our digital platform and focus on multi-media content. Must have the ability to coordinate and create graphics and help maintain station website. Some non-linear editing experience preferred. Must be a team player with a great attitude and be available to work various schedules. A valid state driver’s license is required.

The candidate must have a visceral distaste for office politics and gossip.

Email your resume to careers@wtxl.tv. Include in the subject line the specific position for which you are applying.

NO PHONE CALLS. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Other News Management Openings:

ASSISTANT NEWS DIRECTOR:

KXAS-TV, Ft. Worth/Dallas, TX (relisted 9/4/16)
KNTV, San Francisco/San Jose, CA (listed 9/4/16)
WTAE-TV, Pittsburgh, PA (listed 8/14/16)
KMBC-TV, Kansas City, MO (relisted 8/7/16)
WJXT-TV, Jacksonville, FL (relisted 8/21/16)
WREG-TV, Memphis, TN (listed 9/4/16)
WFIE-TV, Evansville, IN (listed 7/24/16)
KEZI-TV, Eugene, OR (relisted 8/21/16)
KTXS-TV, Abilene, TX (listed 8/21/16)

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:

KXAS-TV, Ft. Worth/Dallas, TX (relisted 9/4/16)
WXYZ-TV, Detroit, MI (Special Projects/Investigative, listed 8/28/16)
KRIV-TV, Houston, TX (Senior EP, new listing this week, see ad above!)
KDVR/KWGN-TV Denver, CO (AM EP, listed 8/28/16)
WEWS-TV, Cleveland, OH (Dayside EP, relisted 8/14/16)
WOIO/WUAB-TV, Cleveland, OH (new listing this week)
KOVR-TV, Sacramento, CA (Dayside EP, listed 8/28/16)
WBTV, Charlotte, NC (listed 8/7/16)
WCNC-TV, Charlotte, NC (AM EP, listed 8/14/16)
KPTV, Portland, OR (relisted 9/11/16)
WRTV, Indianapolis, IN (AM EP, relisted 8/14/16)
WBNS-TV, Columbus, OH (two jobs, listing modified this week, see ads above!)
KCTV, Kansas City, MO (PM EP, relisted this week, see ad above!)
WCPO-TV, Cincinnati, OH (AM EP, relisted 8/14/16)
WPTV, West Palm Beach, FL (AM EP, listed 8/28/16)
KLAS-TV, Las Vegas, NV (AM EP, listed 8/28/16)
WFOX/WJAX-TV, Jacksonville, FL (AM EP, listed 8/21/16)
KOAT-TV, Albuquerque, NM (PM EP, relisted 9/4/16)
KOB-TV, Albuquerque, NM (listed 7/24/16)
WAVE-TV, Louisville, KY (listed 8/14/16)
WREG-TV, Memphis, TN (listed 9/4/16)
WINK-TV, Ft. Myers, FL (Senior EP, listing revised 8/21/16)
WVLT-TV, Knoxville, TN (AM EP, listing revised 8/28/16)
WOWK-TV, Charleston/Huntington, WV (relisted 9/11/16)
WAAY-TV, Huntsville, AL (PM EP, relisted 8/21/16)
WCTI-TV, New Bern, NC (relisted 7/17/16)
KIVI-TV, Boise, ID (AM EP, relisted 8/14/16)
WTXL-TV, Tallahassee, FL (listing revised 9/11/16, see ad above!)

MANAGING EDITOR:

NBC Boston (relisted this week)

Obituary:

Payne

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CLYDE PAYNE, who was GM and once part owner of WBKO-TV in Bowling Green, KY, died yesterday at the age of 80. He had a 42 year career in our business, 27 as GM of WBKO. More details in this obituary. One of his former news directors at WBKO, STEVE CRABTREE, posted this heartfelt tribute to his former boss on his Facebook page.

Names in the News:

PAM BECHTOLD has been promoted to Executive Producer from Special Projects Producer for the New England Cable News Network, aka NBC Boston. The station is still looking for a Managing Editor as noted above.

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CHRIS FORD returns to Tampa as EP for WFLA-TV, the NBC affiliate currently owned by Media General but about to be acquired by Nexstar. Chris most recently was the ND for WHEC-TV in Rochester, NY. He was the Assistant ND for WTSP-TV in Tampa before moving to New York. He’s had a variety of other jobs in his career as detailed on his Linkedin page.

A change at the top of the Online News Association. IRVING WASHINGTON will replace JANE McDONELL on January 1. He’s been the the Deputy Director. More here.

General Manager Moves:

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ELLIOTT WISER left his job as GM for WTSP-TV in Tampa this week, saying he was ready for the second act of his life. He’d been GM for this Tegna station for three years and previously ran Bay News 9, the area’s all news cable channel. He also was ND for Northwest Cable News in Seattle and was an ND/anchor in Richmond and a producer in Atlanta.

Our Full List of Open ND Jobs:

Here is my list of stations with open ND jobs, as of Sunday, September 18, 2016:

If you know of any additions/deletions/updates, please email me at: rick@rickgevers.com

KTVT-TV 5233 Bridge Street, Fort Worth TX 76103
WPXI-TV 4145 Evergreen Road Pittsburgh PA 15214
WCPO-TV 1720 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
WGRZ-TV 259 Delaware Ave. Buffalo, NY 14202
WIVB-TV, 2077 Elmwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14207
WTEN-TV 41 Northern Blvd, Albany, NY 12204
WKEF/WRGT-TV 2245 Corporate Pl, Miamisburg, OH 45342
WSET-TV 2320 Langhorne Rd. Lynchburg VA 24501
WCSH/WLBZ-TV One Congress Square Portland, ME 04101
WAND-TV 904 South Side Drive Decatur, IL 62521
KRDO-TV 399 S. 8th St. Colorado Springs, CO 80905
KIMA/KEPR-TV 2801 Terrace Heights Dr. Yakima,WA 98901
KX Network 1811 N 15th Street Bismarck, ND 58501
KARD/KTVE-TV 200 Pavilion Road W. Monroe, LA 71292
KMID/KPEJ-TV 3200 LaForce Boulevard Midland, TX 79711
KEYC-TV 1570 Lookout Dr, North Mankato, MN 56003
KYOU-TV 820 W Second St. Ottumwa IA 52501

* Spanish language station

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