Assistant News Director
Hearst Television
Cincinnati, OHThis is a Full Time Job
W LWT , Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in Cincinnati , is seeking a dynamic, creative, and experienced newsroom leader to be our next Assistant News Director. The ideal candidate must have excellent news judgment and a strong command of breaking news and big story coverage on-air and online. In addition to managing the daily operations of a highly competitive market newsroom, you must have the journalistic know-how needed to make critical editorial and ethical decisions. As Assistant News Director, you will play a key role in shaping impactful, community-driven storytelling that leads the way on digital and linear platforms.
Responsibilities:
• Work with the News Director to ensure daily and long-term content adheres to the W LWT brand and the department's overall strategy .
• Be the voice of urgency, leading the charge on breaking news, weather coverage, and enterprise reporting across all platforms.
• Work with reporters to deliver dynamic and engaging stories and live shots.
• Play a leading role in planning and executing big event coverage such as elections, debates , major live events, and community-focused efforts .
• Lead the way to ensure the success of investigative, consumer, and medical coverage .
• Provide mentorship and daily feedback to team members.
Requirements:
• Five years of newsroom management experience
• A strategic approach to building content, growing people, and embracing technology
• Commitment to digital-first mindset
• Ability to command a large staff in an ever-evolving 24/7 news environment
• Producing background preferred but not required
Education:
• Bachelor's Degree or related military training in Broadcast Communications, Journalism, or related field.
Additional Information
W LWT, Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in Cincinnati, is one of the most respected stations and ownership groups in the nation. At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. We believe in fostering collaboration and open communication behind the scenes, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
