Job Description

Are you ready to lead one of South Florida's most dynamic television stations? WSFL in Miami is seeking a visionary General Manager/Sr. Director of Sales (DOS) who will serve as the Market Leader, driving local operations and executing strategic media initiatives that connect with our vibrant, diverse community. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact while leading a talented team in one of America's most exciting markets.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Work with the local team to develop a local media strategic plan, including the content & brand strategy, and help lead implementation and execution once the Regional VP/GM approves for the assigned station.
• Provide station oversight and act as the leader in generating ratings and revenue, including developing strategic plans and operational plans for the station's growth in multi-platform content delivery and revenue generation with approval from the Regional VP/GM.
• Take lead in the development of and ensure responsible financial stewardship to the station operating and capital expense budgets in partnership with the Regional VP/GM.
• Serve as the leader and subject matter expert for one of the station's functional areas, while overseeing a team of department head leaders of other functional areas.
• Lead and collaborate with leadership team during department head meetings.
• Lead a culture consistent with Scripps values, with a commitment to developing employees at all levels.
• Responsible for all aspects of financial statements and ensuring station compliance with Scripps policies.
• Enforce all FCC, EEO, SOX and other appropriate rules and regulations.
• Create sales budgets, project/forecast weekly station revenue so that annual revenue targets are achieved.
• Manage all broadcast and digital inventory, set and adjust station rates to maximize revenue.
• Manage the sale of advertising time to clients/agencies, involving local travel and national travel.
• Meet with clients, advertisers and community organizations to maintain high visibility in the market.
• Proactively create and manage enterprise or local station initiatives and new business projects.
• Understand and interface with traffic system and personnel to efficiently manage airtime inventory. Approve all orders.
• Supervise and provide regular feedback and training for direct reports with ultimate responsibility for all sales personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred.
• Generally 10+ years of experience in related field preferred.
• Generally 5+ years of experience in a senior management position preferred.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Track record of proven leadership success in team effectiveness, audience or revenue growth, and budget management.
• Proven ability in inventory, pricing, political advertising/guidelines.
• Proven ability in agency and direct strategic account management, broadcast inventory and digital/video capabilities.
• Proven ability to cultivate innovation, risktaking and leading change.
• Effective leadership with passion and enthusiasm for the company's mission.
• Proven ability to prepare and monitor station budgets; maintain compliance with FCC rules and regulations.
• Ability to organize, motivate and supervise staff.
• Skilled in communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Can establish cooperative working relationships both internally and externally.
• Strong analytical abilities; foresee potential pitfalls within a strategy while remaining positive about achieving the benefits.
• Desire for decisionmaking authority and willingness to accept responsibility.
• Effective in a variety of formal presentation settings both inside and outside the organization.

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY

Miami is a worldclass destination that offers an unparalleled lifestyle combining business opportunities with yearround tropical living. As the gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean, Miami boasts a thriving international business community and serves as a major hub for media, finance, and technology companies.

The city's stunning beaches, from South Beach to Key Biscayne, provide endless opportunities for water sports, relaxation, and entertainment. Miami's worldrenowned dining scene features everything from celebrity chef restaurants to authentic Cuban cafeterias, while the vibrant nightlife and cultural attractions like the Wynwood Arts District and Design District offer endless exploration.

With no state income tax, a booming realestate market, and professional sports teams including the Miami Heat, Miami Dolphins, and Inter Miami CF, the Magic City provides an exceptional quality of life. The diverse, multicultural community creates a dynamic environment where innovation thrives, making Miami an ideal place to advance your career while enjoying a lifestyle that many only dream of.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a betterinformed world. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps longtime motto is: Give light and the people will find their own way.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

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