Montclair State University
Media
GeneralManager
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“General Manager at Montclair State University. Skills: Public media, Digital transformation, Multiplatform media, Budget management. Lead operational and business plan development. Oversee station operations”
What You'll Achieve.
Transition station into operations; Set path for digitally-forward organization; Build diversified revenue streams; Build operating reserve; Grow membership base
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in journalism or communications, Seven years of media industry experience, Led digital transformation, Managed complex organizations, Managed diverse staff teams, Managed multi-million dollar budgets, Superior communication skills, Public speaking skills
Nice to Have
Master's degree, Familiarity with public media technical requirements, Familiarity with public media legal requirements, Prior broadcast television management, Prior public media management, Deep knowledge of New Jersey media, Experience with nonprofit boards, Experience with fundraising campaigns, Experience with higher education institutions
What You'll Do.
Lead operational and business plan development
Oversee station operations
Oversee broadcast operations
Oversee streaming operations
Oversee social media platforms
Oversee business functions
Expand content distribution
Ensure newsroom editorial autonomy
Ensure adherence to journalistic standards
Direct operating budget
Lead revenue stream building
Manage operating partner relationships
Ensure station compliance with requirements
Oversee integration of student involvement
Ensure year-round county presence
Provide direct supervision to leadership team
Execute strategies to reduce state dependency
Build operating reserve
Perform other duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Internal university stakeholders; External community partners; Other direct reports; Essential operating partners; Faculty collaboration; Student involvement integration
Communication Scope
Public speaking; Build consensus
Full Job Description
**IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:** * **Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae** for automatic population of information to the application. * The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application. * **Review information** and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate. * In the **“My Experience”** section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents. **Note:** If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application. **Job Description** ** _SUMMARY_** Reporting to Dean of the College of Communication and Media, the General Manager is the senior executive responsible for the leadership, strategic planning, and overall management of NJ PBS, operated out of Montclair State University. This role is tasked with reimagining public media for the 21st century as a collaborative, community-rooted, and digitally innovative network that serves all New Jerseyans. The General Manager will lead a multiplatform ecosystem that transcends traditional broadcasting to include streaming, social media, podcasts, and community events, while fostering a “teaching hospital” model for the next generation of media professionals. **NOTE:** Hiring is contingent upon the execution of the contract between the State of New Jersey and Montclair State University. **_PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES_** * Lead the development and execution of an innovative operational and business plan to transition the station into operations at Montclair and set the path for a digitally-forward, multiplatform media organization. *
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