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News Director
Gannett
Abilene, TX, United States
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USA TODAY NETWORK is one of the top 20 digital companies in the country, sharing the list with Google, Facebook, and Amazon. And we have over 100 million unique visitors a month, which is more than Buzzfeed, Yahoo News, and Huffington Post. Because our team consists of over 110 local properties with USA TODAY at the helm, you’ll have the luxury of living in a community you love while making a national impact.
The Abilene Reporter-News, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is looking for a dynamic leader to oversee the newsroom. The news director will be responsible for a team that includes editors, multimedia reporters and photographers, aiming to provide a steady stream of high quality content while aggressively using data and analysis to drive decisions in covering the topics and issues most important to key audiences.
The news director will coach reporters to make strategic decisions about coverage plans and will direct and champion investigative and First Amendment journalism. As a key link between the Reporter-News and the community, the successful candidate will work to increase the visibility of the news organization in the city.
We want someone who is capable of coaching journalists, building audience, using multimedia effectively and understanding how to use data to shape content. Excellent news judgment and editing skills also are a must. In addition, the news director will work across departments on content initiatives, ranging from new products to native advertising and content sponsorships. The successful candidate will effectively collaborate with the production team and design studio on a daily basis and set the editorial tone and plan content across sections and platforms.
The position requires a bachelor’s degree in journalism and at least five years of experience in writing, editing and management roles. Qualified applicants must provide resume, cover letter and work samples.
We offer a competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, generous vacation policy, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more.
We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation or veteran status.
Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment, post-offer drug test and acceptable motor vehicle record.