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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

KING 5 TV Seattle, the TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate in Seattle, is seeking a dynamic and passionate News Director who has experience leading teams, developing talent, and navigating change.

This role combines editorial leadership, strategic planning, and team development.

You'll influence everything from daily editorial decisions to our long-term approach to multi-platform news delivery, including K5+.

We need a forward-thinking leader who is focused on the audience experience and ensures KING 5 is relevant and valuable to audiences, however they choose to consume news.

Most importantly, you'll be a leader who inspires strong performance and creates an environment where journalists can do meaningful work. Someone who recognizes excellent reporting, supports professional development, and builds a strong newsroom culture that embodies TEGNA’s values : truth, transparency, working smart, ethics and winning with integrity.

Responsibilities

Guide and inspire a content team focused on high-impact journalism, breaking news, and investigations that drive change

Ensure linear and digital teams work together seamlessly to excel at breaking news and identify opportunities to strengthen our streaming presence

Lead content planning from daily coverage decisions to strategic initiatives, drawing on research and analytics to achieve growth objectives

Recruit and hire top talent for all positions in the newsroom

Lead content quality reviews and provide regular feedback that strengthens storytelling and audience relevance

Cultivate an inclusive newsroom culture that develops high-capacity teams through accountability, creative problem-solving, and collective success

Follow developments in AI, streaming, and emerging technology—and push our newsroom to be early adopters who set the standard

Qualifications

7+ years in content leadership roles, with a track record of growing audience and impact

Proven success managing complex teams and projects across digital, broadcast and social

Experience leading newsrooms through change and transformation

Stellar editorial judgment and deep understanding of ethical journalism principles

Confidence navigating digital production tools, social platforms and real-time analytics

Outstanding communication skills and the ability to coach, develop and inspire top talent

A passion for local journalism and a love for serving diverse communities

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field, or equivalent professional experience in news leadership

Pay range and compensation package

$165,000—$215,000 USD

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 askhr@tegna.com.

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Seniority level Seniority level Director

Employment type Employment type Full-time

Job function Job function Management, Product Management, and Strategy / Planning

Industries Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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Disability insurance

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