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CBS Television Stations

President and General Manager

Fort Worth, TX, USA|Remote, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Attractive compensation
comprehensive benefits packages
Generous Paid Time Off
Opportunities for on-site and virtual engagement events
Meaningful connections and community building
Career development opportunities
Inclusion and diversity initiatives

Job Description

Paramount is a leading global entertainment company known for its iconic brands, prestigious content, and world-class talent. With a rich history in film, television, and streaming, Paramount continues to revolutionize the way audiences experience entertainment. From beloved movies and hit television series to cutting-edge streaming platforms, the company is committed to delivering high-quality content that resonates with diverse audiences worldwide. Joining Paramount means becoming part of an innovative and collaborative environment that thrives on creativity, excellence, and a passion for storytelling. Paramount offers exciting career opportunities where employees are encouraged to bring their unique perspectives and talents to co-create moments... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • Extensive experience in broadcast management
  • Proven leadership in a multi-platform news organization
  • Strong knowledge of digital media and streaming platforms
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans
  • Experience with budgeting and financial oversight
  • Knowledge of FCC regulations and compliance
  • Ability to foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment
  • Willingness to engage with community stakeholders and partners

Job Qualifications

  • Proven experience leading a local broadcast station or news organization
  • Ability to effectively lead and manage in a dynamic and challenging environment
  • Forward-thinking and skilled in digital changes, sources, and emerging trends
  • A participative leadership approach that feeds collaboration and innovation
  • Ability to recognize, create and communicate priorities, strategies, market opportunities and challenges to drive growth and performance improvement
  • Attention to detail and project management skills
  • Strong written, verbal and presentation skills
  • Proven experience managing budgeting processes and long-term planning
  • Legal understanding of FCC rules and regulations
  • Must be a strong leader with the ability to manage all aspects of the station
  • Significant relevant experience

Job Duties

  • Establish a clear vision for the station and the blueprints for success that every staff member will follow
  • Direct and lead the overall operations to get results including established goals/objectives in ratings, audience, sales/revenue, market share, profit, and operating income
  • Lead all aspects of and evolve the station to increase its impact, importance, and connection with local audiences, with focus on the continued evolution of digital/streaming platforms
  • Predict market trends and set budgets and performance goals
  • Lead all station departments including news, sales, marketing, engineering, programming, and production
  • Lead a premium multi-platform news organization including a vast team with varied strengths of talent across many roles and functional areas, overseeing the station's broadcast and 24/7 streaming service, including quality/technical requirements
  • Identify effective and efficient approaches to operations and processes throughout the organization
  • Represent the station in the community
  • develop and maintain positive relationships with community leaders
  • Seek out opportunities to partner with the local market area for the improvement of the community
  • Recruit, develop, and retain a strong leadership team
  • provide guidance and coaching to improve their performance and accelerate their professional growth
  • Implement all corporate policies/objectives while maintaining the highest level of ethics and industry standards
  • Establish and maintain an innovative and highly collaborative culture atmosphere that promotes open communication, respect for others and excellence
  • Create a diverse, collaborative, and balanced work environment
  • Ensure the station is following and in compliance with all equal employment opportunity (EEO) and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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