Director, News (weekend)

Cable News Network Inc

Hong Kong, Hong Kong
On-site
Weekend news coverage leadership
Us domestic news focus
Breaking news and enterprise reporting
CNN is seeking a Director of News for its Asia-Pacific headquarters in Hong Kong, focusing on shaping global weekend news coverage, particularly related to US domestic news. The ideal candidate will have a strong editorial vision, extensive newsroom leadership experience, and a passion for breaking news

Job Summary

  • This role will take a leading role in helping to shape global weekend coverage with a strong focus on US domestic news.
  • You will help set the global news agenda throughout the US overnight hours, working closely with senior leadership to respond in real-time to unexpected developments.
  • You will be an expert communicator and adept at working in a highly collaborative multi-platform news environment, partnering closely with digital-first editorial news desk editors and reporters.

Matching Summary

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CNN is seeking a Director of News for its Asia-Pacific headquarters in Hong Kong, focusing on shaping global weekend news coverage, particularly related to US domestic news. The ideal candidate will have a strong editorial vision, extensive newsroom leadership experience, and a passion for breaking news.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Weekend news coverage leadership
  • US domestic news focus
  • Breaking news and enterprise reporting
  • Video-first newsroom leadership
  • Collaborative multi-platform environment

Nice-to-have

  • Storytelling and creative vision
  • Global 24/7 cross-platform team
  • Fostering inclusive work environment

Key Requirements

  • 10 years newsroom leadership experience
  • Deep working knowledge of US news
  • Proven track record leading teams during major breaking news
  • College degree or equivalent industry experience
  • Perfect grasp of written and spoken English

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