Us News Director

Newsweek

New York City, US
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Lead us news operation
Drive us editorial agenda
Grow us audience and subscriptions
** Newsweek is seeking a US News Director to lead its US news operations, focusing on editorial strategy, breaking news coverage, and audience growth. The role requires a strong leader who can align editorial initiatives with strategic goals while ensuring high-quality journalism. **

Job Summary

  • The US News Director will lead Newsweek’s US news operation, spearheading editorial strategy, breaking news coverage, and audience growth for the American market.
  • This role reports directly to the Executive Editor and commands full responsibility for the fast-paced, high-impact daily operations of the U.S. newsroom.
  • The U.S. News Director is the catalyst for aligning every editorial initiative with Newsweek’s most important strategic goals, from championing the company’s broad editorial mission to spearheading subscription growth.

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** Newsweek is seeking a US News Director to lead its US news operations, focusing on editorial strategy, breaking news coverage, and audience growth. The role requires a strong leader who can align editorial initiatives with strategic goals while ensuring high-quality journalism. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead US news operation
  • Drive US editorial agenda
  • Grow US audience and subscriptions
  • Champion speed and accuracy in breaking news
  • Integrate AI-powered tools
  • Manage and mentor newsroom staff

Nice-to-have

  • Thought-provoking news and opinion
  • Audience trust and time
  • Fast-paced, high-impact daily operations

Key Requirements

  • Experience leading news operations
  • Proven track record in audience growth
  • Experience with AI in journalism
  • Strong editorial judgment
  • Management and mentoring experience

Work Rights

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