Managing Editor - WSB TV

Position Overview

WSB-TV in Atlanta is seeking a passionate newsroom leader who can mentor top-tier journalists and drive innovative storytelling.

The Managing Editor will serve as second-in-command in our newsroom, overseeing the day-to-day production of editorial content. This is an opportunity for a seasoned journalist who not only understands the pulse of the industry but also knows how to lead with vision and inspire a team to push the boundaries of traditional journalism.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Leadership & Management: You will be at the helm of our newsroom, steering the daily editorial process to ensure our content consistently meets and exceeds our high standards.
• Storytelling & Mentorship: You’ll guide and coach our reporters and producers helping them craft compelling stories for all platforms, guiding coverage, copy editing stories in a timely manner and helping craft compelling live elements.
• Innovation & Risk-Taking: You’ll embrace innovative approaches and take calculated risks to drive our newsroom forward, fostering a culture that thrives on creativity, support and accountability.
• Investigative Reporting: You’ll help oversee investigative stories, ensuring they feature impactful, high-quality content that resonates with our community.
• Weather Coverage: You’ll prioritize weather coverage across all platforms, with a special focus on integrating user-generated content both on-air and digitally.
• Breaking News: You’ll prioritize a quick and aggressive response to breaking news, ensuring accuracy and execution of best practices.
• Talent Recruitment: You’ll be responsible for sourcing and recruiting top journalism talent to join our team, ensuring we remain a leader in the industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years television newsroom management experience, with a proven track record in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Expert writing and editing skills, with a commitment to accuracy, clarity and creativity.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate strategy, priorities, and feedback to team members, peers, and senior leadership.
• Proven ability to inspire, motivate, and foster collaboration within a newsroom.
• Deep understanding of editorial best practices and implementing new workflows and tools to strengthen news operations.
• Willingness to work flexible hours as required by the demands of a 24/7 news cycle.