Besides budgetary pressures, there is a search for people willing to work hard and help lead the shop. Attitude and background are being checked thoroughly. Talent must do more. Signing bonuses and perks are less common. Here is a look at 1992 talent trends from two professionals who are in close contact with a number of news executives across the country.
Positions are scarce.
Money is tight. Moves are costly for everyone. Things are tough. We all know it. Staffs are smaller, and News Directors can no longer afford to hire just anyone.