General Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced television General Manager to lead and manage the KTVO/KHQA stations across the Ottumwa-Kirksville DMA and Quincy-Hannibal-Keokuk DMA. This candidate should see the world from a unique perspective, guiding the stations into the future with innovative vision. The right fit for this position will be an experienced and knowledgeable professional who is a driven advocate of local broadcasting and digital service to the community.

Responsibilities

• Lead as both General Manager and General Sales Manager across two DMAs.
• Manage the financial performance and operations of the stations with a focus on operational efficiencies.
• Achieve budgeted financial goals and grow the Station’s revenue share and programming performance.
• Help increase the Station’s viewing audience by serving the interests of the community.
• Protect the Station’s license through disciplined adherence to the FCC rules and regulations.
• Lead, develop, and motivate all Station personnel to ensure high performance and operational excellence.
• Promote a collaborative culture within all station departments.
• Collaborate with department heads and staff members.
• Provide visionary leadership to ensure the station and its news operation are prepared for the future of media.
• Offer strategic support to newsroom leadership to strengthen storytelling and community connection while driving continued growth as audience behaviors shift.
• Oversee digital and social media assets.

Requirements

• 10 years of experience in a similar role in a TV station or in a senior television management role.
• Proven skill sets and extensive experience in leading broadcast operational teams within sales-driven organizations, including a strong understanding of advanced digital ad solutions and new business development.
• Strong background in creating locally originated content for multiple platforms (OTT, linear, web, social), driving audience engagement, and increasing overall reach.
• Proven track record of managing high-performing sales and news teams.