News Director: Multi-Platform Story Leader

TEGNA, Inc.

Georgia

On-site

USD 120,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

TEGNA Inc. in Macon, Georgia, seeks a News Director to oversee a 24/7 streaming and broadcast operation for WMAZ-TV, shaping breaking news, weather, politics, sports and local stories that define Central Georgia.

The role requires leading daypart teams, coaching producers and reporters, and recruiting top journalists. You will guide editorial priorities across broadcast, digital, and social platforms using real-time analytics.

Qualifications

7+ years of newsroom leadership experience, including senior leadership roles such as News Director.
Proven success leading multi-platform news operations with breaking-news and enterprise reporting.
Data-informed approach using research and audience analytics to guide editorial strategy.

Responsibilities

Lead daypart teams in a 24/7, streaming-first operation for WMAZ-TV.
Coach producers to execute multi-platform programming and develop new segments.
Coach on-air reporters to perform across broadcast, digital, streaming and social platforms.
Lead recruitment for newsroom positions and build a high-performing team.
Guide editorial priorities and newsroom coverage with a focus on community relevance.
Use analytics to guide coverage decisions and measure impact.