Assistant News Director

About the Company

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

About the Role

KYTX-TV CBS19, the TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate in Tyler, Texas, is searching for a motivated, people-oriented and story-focused leader to serve as Assistant News Director. This role requires a leader who will be the architect of impactful story development and will shape those stories into the best formats for distribution across the station's streaming, digital and linear platforms. The Assistant News Director is central to shaping the station's future in an always-on, 24/7 environment, ensuring content is optimized for audience engagement, platform relevance and community impact.

Responsibilities

Editorial Leadership

• Oversee daily news coverage across all platforms, with an emphasis on streaming.
• Lead breaking news response and special coverage planning.
• Coach and mentor producers, reporters, and digital journalists.

Streaming & Digital Strategy

• Develop and execute a content strategy for streaming platforms, linear TV and mobile apps emphasizing vertical video creation.
• Optimize workflows for 24/7 content delivery across screens.
• Drive innovation in storytelling formats (e.g., vertical video, interactive live streams).

Strategic Planning

• Collaborate with News Director and corporate leadership on long-term content and platform goals.
• Identify and implement new technologies and partnerships to expand reach.
• Align newsroom operations with evolving audience behaviors and platform trends.

Audience Growth & Engagement

• Use analytics to guide editorial decisions and audience development.
• Implement SEO, push alerts, newsletters, and social media strategies.
• Foster community engagement through digital-first initiatives.

Team Management

• Lead an expert team of reporters, producers, and digital editors.
• Provide continuous feedback to staff and guide their professional development.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, experimentation, and accountability.

Qualifications

• Experience in news leadership, with experience in both broadcast and digital.
• Proven success in managing teams and growing multi-platform audiences.
• Deep understanding of streaming platforms, OTT content, and digital analytics.
• Strong editorial judgment, communication skills, and strategic thinking.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field.

Pay range and compensation package

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance. Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one. Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health. TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year. Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

Equal Opportunity Statement

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email

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