News Director

Nexstar Media Group

Topeka, KS, United States
News, weather and sports programming production
Multiplatform content strategy
Journalistic standards
The News Director leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production, managing day-to-day operations of the News Department

Job Summary

  • The News Director leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production, managing day-to-day operations of the News Department.
  • Direct multiplatform content strategy, including Linear, OTT/CTV Streaming, Digital, and Social, while shaping and executing news coverage plans emphasizing issue-based and political reporting.
  • Lead innovative digital and streaming strategies using data and analytics, inspiring and managing teams to achieve editorial excellence and digital growth.

Matching Summary

The News Director leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production, managing day-to-day operations of the News Department.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • news, weather and sports programming production
  • multiplatform content strategy
  • journalistic standards
  • digital and streaming strategies
  • audience engagement

Nice-to-have

  • passion for local news
  • collaborative and decisive
  • community impact
  • accountability journalism
  • mentoring and staff development

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in broadcast newsroom
  • Three years in News Director or leadership role
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Broadcasting, or related field
  • Strong digital acumen
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Proven ability to drive audience engagement
  • Experience in budgeting and resource planning

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Not specified

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