$90,000.00-$100,000.00 annualized; not specified; ...
On-site
Strategic and editorial leadership
Audience growth across platforms
Journalistic integrity and accuracy
Nexstar Media Group is seeking an innovative News Director for WCIA 3 in Champaign, IL, to lead its newsroom and enhance local journalism across various platforms. The ideal candidate should have substantial newsroom management experience and a strong understanding of audience engagement and digital analytics
Job Summary
This is a high-impact leadership role with full oversight of the station’s news operation, focused on growing audience reach, engagement, and loyalty through innovative storytelling, strong editorial standards, and data-informed decision-making.
Lead the development and execution of audience-first content initiatives designed to grow reach, engagement, and retention, overseeing CTV, OTT, and streaming efforts.
Recruit, mentor, and develop newsroom leaders and staff while fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration.
Matching Summary
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Nexstar Media Group is seeking an innovative News Director for WCIA 3 in Champaign, IL, to lead its newsroom and enhance local journalism across various platforms. The ideal candidate should have substantial newsroom management experience and a strong understanding of audience engagement and digital analytics.
Salary
$90,000.00-$100,000.00 Annualized; Not specified; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
strategic and editorial leadership
audience growth across platforms
journalistic integrity and accuracy
modern audience behavior understanding
data-informed decision-making
Nice-to-have
fostering a culture of innovation
reflects and serves diverse audiences
passion for innovation and experimentation
Key Requirements
Minimum of 5 years newsroom management experience
Proven success driving audience growth
Strong understanding of digital analytics
Experience with CTV/OTT platforms
Excellent editorial judgment and leadership skills
Working knowledge of emerging distribution platforms