News Director Job at Hearst UK, Sacramento, CA

  • Hearst UK
  • Sacramento, CA

Job Description

News Director

KCRA 3, the news leader in Northern California and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for an experienced and dynamic News Director. Our next newsroom leader will have the experience to guide trusted daily news execution and demonstrate a collaborative leadership style to inspire our nationally-recognized team of journalists. You will lead our team to execute market-leading breaking news coverage, forecasting that helps the audience plan for incoming weather, plus community service on all platforms. We are looking for a multifaceted leader who understands what makes great local journalism and is energized by finding innovative ways to reach and engage audiences across linear, digital and emerging platforms.

A key part of this role is investing in our people, coaching and developing journalists and newsroom leaders, fostering collaboration and accountability, and creating an environment where talented people can grow, innovate and do their best work. The News Director will also oversee special projects and documentary work while helping drive newsroom innovation and the continued evolution of our journalism.

With KCRA 3's strong legacy, talented team and the resources of Hearst Television, this is a rare opportunity to lead one of the best newsrooms in the country and help shape its next chapter. You will report to the President & General Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Lead robust editorial planning and execution for 24/7 news operation across all platforms
  • Recruit impactful journalists and coach editorial team
  • Foster a culture of innovation to define high-impact projects for emerging platforms
  • Effectively plan and manage department budget
  • Develop and execute long-range news operation strategy
  • Collaborate with other department heads on major station initiatives

Requirements

  • At least 10 years of broadcast journalism experience with at least five years in newsroom leadership
  • Experience mentoring news staff
  • Can demonstrate clear examples of implementing strategic content initiatives with measurable results of growth
  • Experience managing several hours of daily newscasts
  • Exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
  • Have a valid driver's license
  • Related military experience will be considered
  • Bilingual experience is a plus
  • In-person attendance is required

Salary

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $175,000 and $200,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

  • Medical | Dental | Vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Emotional Wellness Support
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • LGBTQ+ Health Services
  • Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Info
  • Job Identification 2027288
  • Job Category Content and News
  • Locations 3 Television Circle, Sacramento, CA, 95814, US

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Local area, Flexible hours

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