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FOX News Network, LLC

News Producer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

KDFW FOX 4, the news leader in North Texas, is looking for a high-energy, creative News Producer to join our award-winning team. Why join us? You'll be stepping into a powerhouse station that ...

NPG Companies

News Director

Idaho Falls, ID · On-site

News Director Requisition #: 26-1068 * Live in the closest metropolitan destination toYellowstone ... We are looking for a strong newsroom leader who considers recruiting, coaching in a pro-active and ...

Hearst

Assistant News Director

Birmingham, AL

Assistant Local News Director WVTM TV, the NBC affiliate in Birmingham, AL is searching for a passionate, creative, and experienced news leader to fill an Assistant News Director role. You will have ...

Hearst

Assistant News Director

Birmingham, AL · On-site

Assistant Local News Director WVTM TV, the NBC affiliate in Birmingham, AL is searching for a passionate, creative, and experienced news leader to fill an Assistant News Director role. You will have ...

Hearst

Assistant News Director

Birmingham, AL

Assistant Local News Director WVTM TV, the NBC affiliate in Birmingham, AL is searching for a passionate, creative, and experienced news leader to fill an Assistant News Director role. You will have ...

Hearst

Assistant News Director

Birmingham, AL · On-site

Assistant Local News Director WVTM TV, the NBC affiliate in Birmingham, AL is searching for a passionate, creative, and experienced news leader to fill an Assistant News Director role. You will have ...

Kdfw Fox 4

News Producer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

KDFW FOX 4, the news leader in North Texas, is looking for a high-energy, creative News Producer to join our award-winning team. Why join us? You'll be stepping into a powerhouse station that ...

Fox

News Producer

Dallas, TX

$70K - $75K/yr

KDFW FOX 4, the news leader in North Texas, is looking for a high-energy, creative News Producer to join our award-winning team. Why join us? You'll be stepping into a powerhouse station that ...

Hearst

News Producer

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$56K - $68K/yr

KCRA 3, the news leader in Sacramento and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision ...

Hearst Newspapers

News Producer

Sacramento, CA

$56K - $68K/yr

KCRA 3, the news leader in Sacramento and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision ...

Hearst

News Producer

Sacramento, CA

$56K - $68K/yr

KCRA 3, the news leader in Sacramento and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision ...

Hearst

News Producer

Sacramento, CA

$56K - $68K/yr

KCRA 3, the news leader in Sacramento and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision ...

Hearst Television

News Producer

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$56K - $68K/yr

KCRA 3, the news leader in Sacramento and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision ...

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How much do news leader jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for news leader in the United States is $25.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a News Leader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a News Leader, you need a solid background in journalism, editorial decision-making, and media ethics, often supported by a degree in journalism or communications and significant newsroom experience. Familiarity with content management systems, analytics tools, and multimedia production platforms is typically required. Strong leadership, effective communication, and the ability to manage teams under tight deadlines are essential soft skills. These competencies are crucial for guiding news coverage, ensuring journalistic integrity, and maintaining a dynamic and responsive newsroom.

How does a News Leader typically collaborate with reporters and editors to shape news coverage?

A News Leader plays a pivotal role in guiding reporters and editors by setting editorial priorities, coordinating coverage plans, and ensuring journalistic standards are met. They often lead daily or weekly editorial meetings to discuss story ideas, assign tasks, and provide feedback on coverage angles. Collaboration involves frequent communication, mentoring team members, and troubleshooting challenges, such as breaking news or resource constraints. This teamwork helps maintain a cohesive newsroom environment and produces high-quality, timely news content.

What are News Leaders?

News Leaders are professionals responsible for overseeing newsrooms, guiding editorial direction, and ensuring journalistic standards are upheld. They manage teams of reporters and editors, make decisions about which stories to cover, and often serve as the public face of a news organization. News Leaders play a crucial role in shaping the news agenda, maintaining ethical standards, and adapting to the evolving media landscape. Their leadership helps ensure that news coverage remains accurate, fair, and relevant to the audience.

What is the difference between News Leader vs News Reporter?

AspectNews LeaderNews Reporter
CredentialsJournalism degree, reporting certificationsJournalism degree, reporting certifications
Work EnvironmentEditorial teams, newsroomField reporting, newsroom
Industry UsageEditorial leadership, content planningGathering news, writing stories

The News Leader typically oversees content and manages editorial teams, focusing on content strategy. In contrast, a News Reporter primarily gathers news and writes stories. Both roles require journalism credentials and work within the newsroom environment, but their responsibilities differ significantly in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various News Leader job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 93% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,524 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

News Director

News-Press and Gazette Company

Idaho Falls, ID • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

JOB POSTING
Date: 4/17/26
Location: Idaho Falls
Position: News Director
Requisition #: 26-1068
  • Live in the closest metropolitan destination to Yellowstone National Park
  • Lead a team of journalists in the market's #1 multi-platform newsroom.
  • Work for a family-owned company with terrific employee-focused benefits
  • Outdoor enthusiasts love the proximity to Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks, relaxing natural hot springs, and fly fishing on the Snake River

NPG of Idaho, including the legacy stations for the Idaho Falls/Pocatello, ID/Jackson, WY DMA and the dominant news leader in Eastern Idaho/Western Wyoming, has an exciting opportunity for someone to lead our news team as News Director. A year-round tourist destination with world-class recreational activities, ski resort, golf courses and quality of life few cities can match. We are family owned by News Press & Gazette, a diversified company committed to its people and successful news organizations.
Responsibilities include:
The News Director will oversee and provide strategic direction to the station's news operation consisting of broadcast and digital platforms. We are looking for a strong newsroom leader who considers recruiting, coaching in a pro-active and productive newsroom a priority.
The ability to maximize resources, develop/manage department budget and make contributions on a larger scale as a member of the management team are some of the keys to success.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will be a visionary coach, and an effective communicator with a passion for the news business. We are bold and creative yet remain steadfast in our commitment to maintaining the principles that have earned our community's trust.
Degree in Journalism, Broadcasting, Communications, or related field is preferred. In addition, a minimum of four years of newsroom or related managerial experience is a must.
Benefits: We provide a benefit package that includes Health, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, Company-paid Life & AD&D. Supplemental Life and Disability insurances are available. Additional offerings are 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, Referral Program and Tuition Reimbursement, and other additional benefits.
Successful candidates must pass a background check, including MVR and drug screen, in addition to providing proof of vehicle insurance.
When applying for this position, please include a cover letter and resume. Please indicate your referral source.
To be considered apply through our website: LocalNews8.com website and go to the "MENU" click on the "Jobs" tab select "Work for LocalNews8" and apply to requisition # 26-1068-News Director.
No Phone calls please
NPG of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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