Skip to main contentSign InNews Director page is loadedNews DirectorApplylocationsTN-Memphis;803 Channel 3 Drive (Tribune-WREG)time typeFull timeposted onPosted 25 Days Agojob requisition idREQ-42056Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a visionary, collaborative, and digitally fluent News Director to lead Memphis’s News Leader across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms. This forward-thinking leader will drive an audience-centric strategy rooted in platform-agnostic distribution, omnichannel engagement, and next-gen storytelling—delivering impactful, always-on content that reaches consumers anytime, anywhere they consume content.What You will Do:Lead the vision for a fully integrated, 24/7 multiplatform newsroom with a strong digital first mindsetDevelop and implement strategies that grow audience across linear, OTT/CTV, web, app, and social platformsAccelerate digital transformation with data-driven decisions that elevate reach, engagement, and loyaltyOversee the creation and curation of always-on digital content for our combined website, mobile apps, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and emerging platformsSupervise streaming operations for live newscasts, breaking news, original content, and special community events and live local sportsChampion the adoption of cutting-edge tools, analytics, and workflows to fuel digital accelerationDrive next-gen storytelling tailored to platform behaviors and optimized for user experienceSet and uphold standards for editorial quality, visual presentation, and brand consistencyFoster a newsroom culture of digital fluency, agility, innovation and accountabilityCollaborate with Creative Services to develop and execute integrated cross-platform campaigns, including news integration and sponsorshipsBuild, lead, and mentor on-air talent, a high-performing content team, including digital producers, MMJs, editors, and creatorsWork with station leadership on strategic planning, budgeted resource allocation, and capital investmentManage newsroom operations in a collaborative and respectful environmentRepresent the stations in community partnerships, events, and civic engagement effortsQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field—or equivalent experience5+ years of senior-level newsroom or content leadership, ideally with a proven record of digital transformationDemonstrated success leading integrated broadcast and digital news teamsStrong editorial judgment, newsroom leadership, and decision-making under deadlineDeep understanding of digital-first content strategies, audience growth, and platform-specific best practicesProficiency with CMS, analytics tools, SEO, social publishing, and digital video distributionSkilled coach and mentor with a commitment to building diverse and high-performance teamsExperience managing newsrooms and employment contractsMust be willing to relocate to Memphis and work a flexible schedule as neededMust pass a background check and be authorized to work in the U.S.SCAM ALERT:Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv.#-OnsiteSimilar Jobs (2)News InternlocationsTN-Memphis;803 Channel 3 Drive (Tribune-WREG)time typeFull timeposted onPosted 30+ Days AgoExecutive ProducerlocationsTN-Memphis;803 Channel 3 Drive (Tribune-WREG)time typeFull timeposted onPosted 30+ Days AgoLoading© 2026 Workday, Inc. All rights reserved.
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