News Director: Lead Accountability Reporting Across Platforms

CBS2 Boise; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CBS2 Boise/FOX9 is seeking an experienced News Director to lead a newsroom focused on accountability reporting. You will direct a team producing local news across platforms, manage budgets, and align with local and corporate leadership on content strategy.

Ideal candidates bring a proven record in news management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to high-quality journalism. Sinclair emphasizes equal opportunity employment and a drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

• Must understand ethics, libel, and privacy laws.
• Strong fiscal experience for operational and capital expenditures.
• Proven ability to manage multiple hours of daily newscasts and build a winning news organization.
• Five years’ experience in news management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on direction to staff producing local news seven days a week.
• Initiate and manage growing multi-platform content delivery.
• Work with local and corporate management to set content philosophy and direction.
• Review daily newscasts for quality, brand compliance, and feedback to staff.
• Recruit, hire, and negotiate contracts for news personnel.
• Collaborate with managers to develop marketing plans and reach ratings goals.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Editorial judgment

Job description

CBS2 Boise/FOX9 is seeking an experienced News Director to lead a newsroom focused on accountability reporting. You will direct a team producing local news across platforms, manage budgets, and align with local and corporate leadership on content strategy.

Ideal candidates bring a proven record in news management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to high-quality journalism. Sinclair emphasizes equal opportunity employment and a drug-free workplace.