Description
WTHR-TV, the TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate in Indianapolis, is seeking a transformational leader to oversee its morning daypart across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.
As an Assistant News Director (Morning), you will play a central role in shaping the station's morning news coverage and ensuring the team delivers impactful journalism.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide hands-on editorial leadership during overnight and early morning hours
- Own editorial decision-making for the morning daypart on all platforms
- Ensure content is competitive, urgent, and rooted in context, accountability, and solutions
- Shape daily story development with producers, reporters, and digital journalists
- Lead breaking news coverage and special events with speed and clarity
- Develop and execute a multi-platform content plan that reflects TEGNA's transformation strategy
- Prioritize vertical video, content for OTT/CTV audiences, and storytelling built for mobile-first users
- Optimize workflows for 24/7 content delivery across multiple platforms
- Drive experimentation with new formats, interactive experiences, and innovative presentation
- Use analytics, research, and audience behavior insights to guide editorial choices
- Execute SEO, push alerts, newsletters, and social strategies that strengthen reach and loyalty
- Coach, mentor, and elevate producers, reporters, editors, and digital journalists
- Deliver consistent feedback and build a culture rooted in curiosity, collaboration, and accountability
- Support recruitment and development of high-potential talent
- Collaborate with the News Director on long-term editorial, workflow, and staffing strategy
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of news management experience with proven success leading a high-performing team
- Strong track record in morning television or real-time content environments
- Ability and willingness to work an overnight/early morning schedule
- Deep understanding of streaming, mobile platforms, and multi-platform storytelling
- Strong editorial judgment, communication skills, and ability to lead tough conversations
- Proven experience growing audience share across platforms
- Expertise in producing compelling, content-driven newscasts
- Ability to stay calm and decisive during breaking news and live coverage
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) program with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Access to Teladoc and Spring Health services
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