News Director
Core
Lead the news department at a local TV station, overseeing on-air and digital content operations to deliver trusted local news across multiple platforms.
Role type
Senior news director (local television)
Builds
Original programming, breaking news coverage, and digital content for TV and streaming platforms
Domain
Local television news and digital media
Required skills
News leadership, strategic vision, content operations management, investigative journalism, digital-first strategy, consumer analytics, social media management, enterprise reporting, crisis management, team coaching
Preferred skills
Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field, experience with news judgment and philosophy, ability to work under time pressure
Technologies
Social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook), digital content tools, consumer analytics platforms
Responsibilities
Strategically lead and manage the news department; oversee on-air and digital news content; collaborate with marketing to create original programming; use consumer analytics to determine content; lead a culture of enterprise reporting and breaking news; inspire and coach storytelling; interact with department heads to achieve station goals
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities