News Director

Minimum of 6+ years of newsroom leadership experience, including experience as a News Director or medium/ large market Assistant News Director

Proven success leading multi-platform news operations with deep experience in breaking news, severe weather coverage, enterprise reporting and major community events.

Demonstrated ability to lead change, coach and develop producers, reporters and on-air talent to deliver compelling, engaging content across broadcast, digital, streaming and social platforms.

Experience recruiting, building and retaining high-performing newsroom teams that reflect the communities served.

Data-informed approach to journalism with experience using research, audience analytics and performance metrics to guide editorial strategy and measure impact.

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

Lead all daypart teams in this 24/7, streaming-first operation that showcases KCEN-TV high-quality content.

Coach a talented team of producers to execute multi-platform programming in an exciting, captivating and authentic manner, including showcasing storytelling, presentation and developing new segments.

Coach on-air reporters to perform in an engaging manner across broadcast, digital and social platforms.

Lead recruitment efforts for all newsroom positions with emphasis on building a newsroom filled with A+ talent.

Use research and analytics to guide editorial decisions and measure performance.

Collaborate with content leaders to ensure alignment of linear, streaming and digital platforms.

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.

KCEN-TV, the TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate in Waco, Texas is recruiting a passionate news leader to oversee all aspects of our 24/7 story-centric, streaming and broadcast operation.

The ideal candidate will uphold KCEN-TV's high standards for engaging storytelling, investigative excellence, and journalism that is relevant, compelling and impactful—with a sharp focus on breaking news, severe weather, politics, sports, showcasing what makes Central Texas one-of-a-kind and celebrating its rich history. This leader has a proven track record of developing talent, coaching teams and recruiting high-potential journalists.

The News Director will collaborate closely with KCEN-TV news and station leadership to ensure content that is highly relevant to the Temple and Waco community. This includes driving daily editorial priorities, ensuring consistent execution across platforms and delivering context, enterprise reporting and exclusive content that helps audiences understand what matters and why. The winning candidate will be audience-obsessed, with experience using real-time analytics to guide editorial priorities.

This leader will model TEGNA's values in every decision—demand the truth, work smarter, do the right thing and win—guiding how we serve our audiences, support our teams and deliver essential journalism every day.