News Director
Core
Lead a 24/7 multi-platform news operation (broadcast, streaming, digital) for a local CBS affiliate, overseeing editorial priorities, breaking news, and team development.
Role type
Senior newsroom leader (News Director)
Builds
24/7 news programming across linear TV, streaming, and digital platforms for a local community
Domain
Local broadcast journalism and media
Required skills
newsroom leadership, multi-platform operations management, editorial judgment, breaking news coverage, team coaching and recruitment, data-informed editorial strategy, crisis management
Preferred skills
familiarity with Central Georgia, experience with severe weather coverage
Technologies
real-time analytics tools, audience metrics platforms
Responsibilities
Lead daypart teams in a 24/7 streaming-first operation; Coach producers and on-air reporters; Lead recruitment for newsroom positions; Guide editorial process and coverage focus; Use research and analytics to guide editorial decisions; Direct major breaking news coverage
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC