General Manager/Director of Sales

General Manager/Director of Sales

  • Full Time
  • Monroe
  • December 18, 2024

KNOE-TV

Description:

Gray Media is seeking a Vice President/General Manager/Director of Sales for our Monroe, Louisiana location. The Vice President/General Manager/DOS will report directly to a Regional Vice President-Local of Media of Gray and will be responsible for the management of all aspects of the station in a highly competitive and decentralized corporate culture. The ideal candidate will have experience as a General Manager or in other top station leadership positions in broadcasting with a background in broadcast sales, news, or marketing. Candidate must also have demonstrated leadership ability to grow both broadcast and digital viewership and revenue while generating bottom-line results.

Responsibilities:

- Lead a fully functioning multi-platform media station with a focus on growing revenue and audience, - Be the primary leader in generating ratings and revenue, - Develop strategic plans and operational plans for the station’s growth in multi-platform content delivery and revenue generation that is in alignment with the local brand, - Lead with positive motivation, direction, and insight while holding the team accountable for the attainment of operational goals, - Encourage innovation across all levels of the organization, - Provide visible leadership both inside the station and in the community, - Develop strong relationships with key clients and other business partners, - Effectively communicate with department heads and all employees, - Create a collaborative, team-based environment, - Provide training and development opportunities to team members, - Responsible for all aspects of financial statements and ensuring station compliance. - Responsible for station operating and capital expense budgets, - Enforce all FCC, EEP, SOX, and any other appropriate rules and regulations, - Understand and adhere to company policies, and all time adhere to the highest ethical standards, - Work transparently with divisional general manager and other corporate team members to improve multi-platform operations, - Preform other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements:

- A 4-year degree, - Great communication and people skills, - Competitive, energetic, and self-starter, - Strong writing and organizational skills, - Ability to meet deadline, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple task simultaneously, - 10+ years of media experience, experience as a GM and/or DOS preferred, - Ability and willingness to become a team leader, Valid Drivers license and acceptable driving record is required.

Contact:

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