General Manager

Forum Communications - Fargo, ND

Full-time - Senior

Fargo, ND

Publishing Industries

About the position

The General Manager will oversee the operations of KNBN-TV and KSFL-TV, ensuring the stations meet their sales, ratings, and operational goals in competitive markets. This role involves strategic leadership, community engagement, and fostering a collaborative work environment.

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

• Experience as a General Manager or in a top leadership position in broadcasting, preferably with a background in broadcast sales, news, or marketing.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to grow both broadcast and digital sales and customer base, while generating high-level results.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package
• Development and growth opportunities
• Inclusive and creative culture
• Safe working environment