Hiring: News Director Company: 12NewsNow (KBMT-KJAC) Location: Beaumont, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:16:51 Employment Type: Part-time Target Skills & Keywords : Linear, Spring About the job Experience: •5-7 years of news experience preferred, including supervision and leadership of other journalists. •7 years of news experience preferred, including supervision and leadership of other journalists. Required Skills: •Lead all daypart teams to create unique newscasts that showcase KBMT’s high-quality content. •Coach a talented team of producers to execute newscasts in an exciting, captivating, and authentic manner including showcasing, storytelling, presentation, and developing new segments. •Coach on-air reporters to perform in an engaging manner. •Lead recruitment efforts for all newsroom positions, with an emphasis on building a newsroom that mirrors the audience we serve. •Be a key voice in the KBMT editorial process. •Use research and analytics to guide editorial decisions. •Partner cross-functionally with content leaders to ensure alignment of broadcast and digital platforms and teams. •Oversee planning of special events. Qualifications: •College degree in journalism, communications or related field. •Minimum of 5-7 years of news experience preferred, including supervision and leadership of other journalists. Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!