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Hearst

News Director

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

KCRA 3, the news leader in Northern California and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for an experienced and dynamic News Director . Our next newsroom leader will have the experience to ...

Hearst

News Director

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

KCRA 3, the news leader in Northern California and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for an experienced and dynamic News Director . Our next newsroom leader will have the experience to ...

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 Newspapers

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 ...

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 ...

Hearst Television

News Director

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

KCRA 3, the news leader in Northern California and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for an experienced and dynamic News Director . Our next newsroom leader will have the experience to ...

WJBK Fox 2

News Producer

Philadelphia, PA

$75K - $85K/yr

We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and creative News Leader to join our team and help shape the future of our broadcasts. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for owning a show, the ...

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 Director

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

KCRA 3, the news leader in Northern California and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for an experienced and dynamic News Director . Our next newsroom leader will have the experience to ...

WCAX

ASSISTANT NEWS DIRECTOR - WCAX

Burlington, VT · On-site

$70 - $80/hr

Job Summary WCAX, Vermont's leading news station, is looking for an aggressive, results‑driven news leader to serve as our Assistant News Director. The successful candidate will bring editorial ...

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Fox Television Stations

We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and creative News Leader to join our team and help shape the future of our broadcasts. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for owning a show, the ...

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Hearst

News Director

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

KCRA 3, the news leader in Northern California and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for an experienced and dynamic News Director . Our next newsroom leader will have the experience to ...

Hearst

News Director

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

KCRA 3, the news leader in Northern California and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for an experienced and dynamic News Director . Our next newsroom leader will have the experience to ...

Hearst Television

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 ...

WJBK Fox 2

News Producer

Philadelphia, PA

$75K - $85K/yr

We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and creative News Leader to join our team and help shape the future of our broadcasts. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for owning a show, the ...

Fox Corporation

We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and creative News Leader to join our team and help shape the future of our broadcasts. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for owning a show, the ...

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As of Sep 4, 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 is a news leader?

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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a news leader?

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 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 August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,524 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

News Director

Hearst

Sacramento, CA • On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the editorial planning and execution for 24/7 news operations across all platforms.

  • Recruit, mentor, and coach journalists and newsroom leaders to foster a high-performing team.

  • Oversee special projects, documentary work, and drive newsroom innovation and strategic initiatives.

Hearst rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 78 rated media

Job description

KCRA 3, the news leader in Northern California and a Hearst Television station, has an opening for an experienced and dynamic News Director. Our next newsroom leader will have the experience to guide trusted daily news execution and demonstrate a collaborative leadership style to inspire our nationally-recognized team of journalists. You will lead our team to execute market-leading breaking news coverage, forecasting that helps the audience plan for incoming weather, plus community service on all platforms. We are looking for a multifaceted leader who understands what makes great local journalism and is energized by finding innovative ways to reach and engage audiences across linear, digital and emerging platforms. 

A key part of this role is investing in our people, coaching and developing journalists and newsroom leaders, fostering collaboration and accountability, and creating an environment where talented people can grow, innovate and do their best work. The News Director will also oversee special projects and documentary work while helping drive newsroom innovation and the continued evolution of our journalism.

With KCRA 3's strong legacy, talented team and the resources of Hearst Television, this is a rare opportunity to lead one of the best newsrooms in the country and help shape its next chapter. You will report to the President & General Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Lead robust editorial planning and execution for 24/7 news operation across all platforms 
  • Recruit impactful journalists and coach editorial team
  • Foster a culture of innovation to define high-impact projects for emerging platforms
  • Effectively plan and manage department budget
  • Develop and execute long-range news operation strategy
  • Collaborate with other department heads on major station initiatives

Requirements

  • At least 10 years of broadcast journalism experience with at least five years in newsroom leadership
  • Experience mentoring news staff
  • Can demonstrate clear examples of implementing strategic content initiatives with measurable results of growth 
  • Experience managing several hours of daily newscasts
  • Exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
  • Have a valid driver's license
  • Related military experience will be considered
  • Bilingual experience is a plus
  • In-person attendance is required

Salary

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $175,000 and $200,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

  • Medical | Dental | Vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Emotional Wellness Support
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • LGBTQ+ Health Services
  • Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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