Director, News & Content

Nexstar Media Group

San Diego, CA

Full Time

Director

225k-250k

6 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

KSWB-FOX5 and KUSI-IND-Nexstar Media Group, Inc.'s powerhouse San Diego duopoly, is seeking a visionary, collaborative, and digitally fluent News Director of Multiplatform Content to lead one of California's most influential local news operations across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms. This role involves driving audience-centric strategies, platform-agnostic distribution, omnichannel engagement, and next-generation storytelling to deliver impactful, always-on content that reaches consumers anytime, anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the vision for a fully integrated, 24/7 multiplatform newsroom with a strong digital first mindset
Develop and implement strategies that grow audience across linear, OTT/CTV, web, app, and social platforms
Accelerate digital transformation with data-driven decisions that elevate reach, engagement, and loyalty
Oversee the creation and curation of always-on digital content for our combined website, mobile apps, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and emerging platforms
Supervise streaming operations for live newscasts, breaking news, original content, and special community events and live local sports
Champion the adoption of cutting-edge tools, analytics, and workflows to fuel digital acceleration
Drive next-gen storytelling tailored to platform behaviors and optimized for user experience
Set and uphold standards for editorial quality, visual presentation, and brand consistency
Foster a newsroom culture of digital fluency, agility, innovation, and accountability
Collaborate with Creative Services to develop and execute integrated cross-platform campaigns, including news integration and sponsorships
Build, lead, and mentor on-air talent, a high-performing content team, including digital producers, MMJs, editors, and creators
Work with station leadership on strategic planning, budgeted resource allocation, and capital investment
Manage newsroom operations in a collaborative and respectful environment
Represent the stations in community partnerships, events, and civic engagement efforts

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience
7+ years of senior-level newsroom or content leadership, ideally with a proven record of digital transformation
Demonstrated success leading integrated broadcast and digital news teams
Strong editorial judgment, newsroom leadership, and decision-making under deadline
Deep understanding of digital-first content strategies, audience growth, and platform-specific best practices
Proficiency with CMS, analytics tools, SEO, social publishing, and digital video distribution
Skilled coach and mentor with a commitment to building diverse and high-performance teams
Experience managing newsrooms and employment contracts
Willingness to relocate to San Diego and work a flexible schedule as needed
Ability to pass a background check and be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice to Have

Experience with digital transformation initiatives
Knowledge of emerging platforms and technologies in digital news delivery

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field
7+ years of senior-level newsroom or content leadership experience

Benefits & Perks

Medical insurance with multiple plan options
Dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
401(k) with company matching contributions
Paid Parental leave
Life insurance
Additional benefits

Working at Nexstar Media Group

The company values bold innovation, digital fluency, agility, and a commitment to serving communities through impactful local journalism. It fosters a collaborative, respectful environment that encourages creativity, accountability, and continuous digital transformation.

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