News Director Jobs

Explore News Director opportunities for experienced journalism and media leaders. News Directors shape editorial strategy, lead newsroom teams, and oversee the reporting and production of news across broadcast, digital, print, and multimedia platforms. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you find senior roles that align with your leadership experience and career goals.

What Does a News Director Do?

A News Director guides a newsroom’s daily operations and long-term direction. Responsibilities may include setting coverage priorities, assigning resources, developing editorial standards, managing budgets, and collaborating with anchors, producers, reporters, and executives. Depending on the organization, the role may also oversee digital publishing, audience growth, breaking-news response, and compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial newsroom or media experience, strong editorial judgment, and a record of leading teams under tight deadlines. Useful strengths include communication, coaching, strategic planning, budget management, audience insight, and familiarity with evolving news technology. Requirements vary by employer and may include a journalism or communications degree, though relevant leadership experience and a strong portfolio can be equally important.

News Director Career Opportunities

News Directors work for television and radio stations, digital news organizations, networks, publishers, and other media companies. The title and scope can vary: some leaders focus on a local newsroom, while others manage multiple markets, platforms, or editorial teams. Explore listings to compare responsibilities, organizational reach, and opportunities to shape coverage and newsroom culture.

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Search News Director jobs on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review current listings, identify roles that match your experience, and take the next step toward a senior newsroom leadership position.

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$124K - $130K *

Lead the engineering team to ensure reliable broadcast systems and support live events. Drive technical excellence, collaborate with diverse teams, and maintain high standards for performance and docu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K *

Empower a dedicated team to enhance clinical management and operations in transitional housing. Oversee program performance, ensure quality services, and foster positive staff-client relationships whi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K *

Shape the future of health and human services by overseeing program operations, ensuring quality care, and leading a dedicated team to meet client needs and agency goals. Drive improvements and foster...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $110K *

Inspire community change by managing site operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing services for veterans. Lead a dedicated team, develop budgets, and foster partnerships to achieve impactful out...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$75K - $110K *

Champion the success of site operations by overseeing personnel, budgets, and program activities. Collaborate with community partners and ensure compliance with grant requirements while advocating for...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$75K - $110K *

Transform the delivery of services by overseeing site operations, managing budgets, and leading staff to ensure quality support for veterans. Collaborate with community partners and advocate for progr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $105K *

Optimize educational and behavioral programming for students aged 6-21, overseeing a multidisciplinary team. Manage operations, staff training, and community outreach while ensuring compliance with re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$170K - $300K *

Champion Nscale's global media strategy, shaping brand perception and ensuring impactful communication. Collaborate with executives to manage media engagement and deliver consistent messaging in dynam...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $100K *

Shape compelling news coverage by overseeing field production, managing teams, and ensuring seamless communication between the field and newsroom. Bring your expertise to deliver timely, engaging cont...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by managing studio operations, executing live streams, and producing high-quality video content. Collaborate with creative teams to enhance storytelling through innovative techno...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance our editorial excellence by delivering high-quality materials, ensuring accuracy and adherence to guidelines, while collaborating effectively across teams in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining and enhancing property operations through effective supervision of engineering projects, preventive maintenance, and compliance with safety standards to ens...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of global technical support by leading teams and enhancing service delivery through strategic partnerships and data-driven decision-making, ensuring best-in-class customer experiences...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $102K *

Unlock your potential as a skilled Videographer/Editor, capturing and crafting compelling visual stories. Collaborate on diverse projects, manage editing workflows, and stay ahead of media trends to p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$83K - $102K *

Deliver compelling visual stories by capturing and editing high-quality video content. Collaborate with teams to produce engaging AV materials that align with brand guidelines and resonate across dive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by ensuring the highest editorial standards across health-related materials, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to manage projects for various brands in a dynamic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring top-tier editorial quality across various healthcare materials. As a Senior Editor, leverage your editing expertise to manage projects, collaborate effectively...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $200K *

Lead media strategy and operational excellence, driving growth and innovation across client portfolios. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, foster client relationships, and champion data-driven decision...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving growth in commercial mortgage and equity investments. You'll source, underwrite, and manage loans while building relationships across Southern California and Las Vegas, cont...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Drive integrated media strategies by leveraging data insights and audience dynamics to solve client challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling presentations and innovati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Transform compelling narratives into engaging video content, capturing the essence of our brand through both short and long formats. Collaborate closely with teams to shape storytelling that resonates...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by originating and managing commercial mortgage and equity investments across Southern California and Las Vegas. Collaborate with a dynamic team to evaluate opportunities and drive st...

Newport Beach, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative programming strategies and partnerships. Oversee content development, audience engagement, and operational excellence across broadcast and digital platforms, driv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $150K *

Deliver impactful communications strategies that enhance brand visibility and engagement. Collaborate with leadership to create compelling content across various platforms, ensuring alignment with org...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $275K *

Lead a high-performing sales team to drive digital growth and strategy in the fashion and luxury sector, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance client success and expand market presence...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a News Director do?question toggle

    A News Director leads a newsroom’s editorial direction and operations, overseeing staff, coverage priorities, production workflows, budgets, and journalistic standards. Specific duties depend on the organization and its platforms.

  • What qualifications are usually required for News Director jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for significant newsroom experience, editorial judgment, and proven leadership. A degree in journalism or communications may be preferred or required, but qualifications vary by employer.

  • Where do News Directors work?question toggle

    News Directors may work for television or radio stations, broadcast networks, digital newsrooms, publishers, and multimedia media organizations.

  • How can I find News Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse News Director listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its compensation details, responsibilities, and qualifications.