FOX 17 in Nashville, TN is searching for an experienced, hands-on News Director to lead the rebuilding of a great news operation. Candidates need to show an aggressive and competitive style of news management.  Must also be able to be a leader and a teacher with significant knowledge of television journalism, ethics and law.  The position requires day-to-day management and improvement of news content and quality.  The News Director will also be responsible for maintaining a budget and properly handling all personnel issues.  Candidates must show thorough knowledge of current news events as well as the ability to produce newscasts that meet and exceed current industry standards. The position requires strong talent recruiting and development skills.

The News Director at WZTV works with the station's General Manager and Corporate to establish and build a news philosophy that keeps the television news operation competitive and profitable.  Must have a minimum of three years upper level news management experience and a related college degree.