General Manager

$82,000 - $171,000/Yr

Forum Communications Co. / KNBN-TV Rapid City, SD - Rapid City, SD

Full-time - Manager

Rapid City, SD

About the position

The General Manager for Forum Communications Co. will oversee the operations of KNBN-TV in Rapid City and KSFL-TV in Sioux Falls. This role is crucial for driving results in sales, ratings, audience engagement, and profitability in competitive markets. The General Manager will work closely with executives to ensure the stations meet their broadcast and technical requirements while fostering community relationships and developing a strong leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the overall operations of the stations to drive results including established goals and objectives in sales, ratings, audience, profit and operating income.
• Collaborate with appropriate executives to oversee the 24/7 broadcast and technical requirements of the stations.
• Drive business and partnership development efforts to further group goals.
• Identify and implement more efficient approaches to operations and processes throughout the stations.
• Represent the stations in the communities to develop and maintain strong community relationships.
• Seek out opportunities to contribute to the local markets for the betterment of the communities.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a strong leadership team providing guidance and coaching to maximize team performance.
• Execute corporate policies and objectives while maintaining the highest level of ethics and industry standards.
• Establish and maintain an innovative and highly collaborative culture atmosphere that promotes idea generation, open communication and respect for team members.
• Create a diverse, collaborative, fun, and stimulating work environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience in managing broadcast operations or similar roles.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and mentor a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build community relationships.
• Ability to drive business development and partnership initiatives.
• Experience in setting and achieving operational goals and objectives.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a competitive media market.
• Familiarity with broadcast technology and operations.
• Background in community engagement and outreach.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $82k - $171k per year.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Health and wellness programs.