Job Opening, radio/TV

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DIRECTOR OF NEWS AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS – CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA



West Virginia Public Broadcasting has an immediate opening for an experienced journalist with story-telling ability and a track record in broadcast news. The News Director is the supervisory journalist responsible for the daily news and public affairs content and the overall news product of West Virginia Public Broadcasting.



DUTIES include overseeing the operation of an extensive bureau system; supervising a professional reporting staff; developing local content goals and establishing the most efficient use of individuals and equipment to best serve the West Virginia audience.



QUALIFICATIONS: Good writing and editing skills are important. Open and enthusiastic management style is a must. Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or related field, a minimum of three years in a supervisory position in broadcasting, journalism or related field.



SALARY: Salary will be determined once a successful candidate has been identifified. State of West Virginia benefits.



TO APPLY: Send written request for application to:



Director of News and Public Affairs Search



West Virginia Public Broadcasting

P.O. Box 9004

Beckley, WV 25802-9004



Or request application by email specifying job applying for at ebajobs@wvpubcast.org.



DEADLINE: Completed applications must be returned to the post office box address shown above postmarked no later than January 20, 2012.