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5NEWS, the TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate in Fayetteville, Arkansas is seeking an innovative, passionate News Director with experience leading teams and growing talent. We are re-imagining local news in the digital age thinking big and being bold to deliver content to our audience on multiple platforms. The ideal news director can deliver impactful journalism and develop a digital-first road map in line with the strategic vision of our company.

Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation, often referred to as Americas hidden gem. We have all the big city amenities without the big city hustle and bustle. Fayetteville was recently named one of the top places to live in the country according to U.S. News & World Report. We are home to the University of Arkansas as well as multiple fortune 500 headquarters.

At 5NEWS, we have our eyes firmly fixed on the future, always looking for new ways to engage, educate and inform our audiences.?We are looking for a leader who embraces creative storytelling and investigative journalism as key components of newscasts, as well as digital, streaming and social platforms.

The News Director oversees all content operations and is a leader in the strategic vision for station growth. The ideal candidate has excellent news judgment and strong management skills to own the big story each day.

Most importantly, this news director should be a motivator who fosters an inspiring and inclusive culture.

Our Editorial Mission Statement:

5NEWS produces accurate, relevant content across multiple platforms,?empowering people to make informed decisions for themselves and their?families. 5NEWS encourages our journalists to pursue their purpose, find?and tell truths, listen and amplify diverse voices, and filter out?disinformation to create understanding, accountability, enlightenment, and?empathy.

There is no limit to things you can do and explore in Northwest Arkansas. Our DMA has charming downtowns, world-class art museums, internationally ranked bike trails, hundreds of waterfalls, award-winning cuisine, the top-rated farmers markets in the country, street festivals and top-rated performances.

In this role, you will:

Strategically lead, inspire and manage the news department.

Oversee on-air (and digital) news content.

Work closely with the news team to produce high-quality, relevant, local content that sets the station apart from competitors.

Prioritize collaboration between television and digital content teams, along with marketing, to create original programming and breaking news coverage for all platforms.

Foster, encourage and reward out-of-the-box thinking that leads to differentiation and success.

Emphasize the importance of solid research to build credibility.

Use consumer analytics to determine content.

Skillfully use social media and digital tools to research, discover and distribute content.

Lead a culture that owns enterprise reporting and breaking news across all content platforms.?

Inspire and coach superior, unique and engaging storytelling.

Interact daily with all department heads in a mutual effort to achieve station goals and extend our brand.

Perform other duties, as assigned, to drive and fulfill the mission while abiding by the values of this organization

Vacancy Type:

Full Time

Date Posted:

2/6/2024

Closing Date:

6/4/2024

City:

Fayetteville

State:

Arkansas