Director, Owned Platforms, NBC News Digital

Director, Owned Platforms, NBC News Digital NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies. We create world‑class content across film, television, and streaming, and bring it to life through our global theme parks, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce that reflects our world. Job Description NBC News Digital is hiring a director of owned platforms, a newsroom leader overseeing the team curating and distributing our industry‑leading journalism on some of our most popular platforms, including NBCNews.com, the NBC News app and alerts, newsletters, news partners and beyond. This leadership role focuses on managing and producing the platforms to the highest standards that distinguish NBC News from its competitors. The director is a leading storyteller who presents the best of NBC News to our audience. Responsibilities Create an engaging, distinct and urgent feeling across our owned platforms. Hyperfocus on curating the News App, where most of our super users live, and driving people who are not super users to the app. Work closely with the Product team to advocate for necessary changes. Understand, communicate and act on insights from key metrics. Work closely with the Audience team to develop insights and execute new strategies. Manage and coach editors, helping to develop their skills while nurturing a positive and supportive team culture. Oversee and develop partner relationships, such as with Apple News, Flipboard and others. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and comparable work experience. 10 or more years’ experience in a digital newsroom, preferably with experience publishing owned platforms and sending alerts in a breaking news environment. A broad knowledge of current national and global affairs. Must be comfortable working in a hybrid role and collaborating in a creative but demanding environment under tight deadlines. Desired Characteristics Demonstrates sharp editorial judgment. Ability to remain calm and focused while leading teams through high‑pressure and breaking news scenarios. Excels at motivating, mentoring, and collaborating with editors and cross‑functional partners. Shows strong instincts for news priorities and adapts quickly to shifting events and audience trends. Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in‑office requirements at any time. Salary range: $120,000 - $155,000. Bonus eligible. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in‑person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr