News Director

The News Director leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production.

Nexstar Media Group, America’s largest local broadcasting company, is seeking an experienced, strategic, and forward-thinking News Director to lead the newsroom at KSNT, KTKA, KTMJ and the N.E. Kansas CW in the state's capital, Topeka, Kansas.

Our stations are a growing force in local journalism, recognized for their commitment to telling impactful stories and expanding their presence across digital and streaming platforms. The ideal candidate for our News Director role will be a proven leader with a passion for local news, deep knowledge of digital trends, and a vision for developing content that engages viewers across all platforms.

The ideal candidate must be collaborative, decisive, and passionate about community impact, with the ability to inspire a newsroom focused on storytelling, innovation, and accountability journalism.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise all aspects of news, weather, and sports programming production.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the News Department (excluding Production).
• Plan and oversee staffing, training, and performance evaluations.
• Direct multiplatform content strategy, including Linear, OTT/CTV Streaming, Digital, and Social.
• Make key personnel decisions including hiring, evaluation, promotion, training, and termination.
• Shape and execute news coverage plans, emphasizing issue-based and political reporting.
• Provide daily critiques, feedback, and coaching to elevate newsroom performance.
• Ensure deadlines, journalistic standards, and viewer goals are consistently met.
• Collaborate with senior station leadership to meet strategic goals.
• Lead innovative digital and streaming strategies using data and analytics.
• Inspire and manage teams to achieve editorial excellence and digital growth.

Requirements & Skills:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a broadcast newsroom, including three years in a News Director or newsroom leadership role.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Broadcasting, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong digital acumen and understanding of multiplatform content distribution.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to drive audience engagement and deliver measurable results.
• Ability to thrive under deadline pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in budgeting and resource planning.
• Knowledge of political and issue-driven journalism.
• Commitment to mentoring and staff development.

Our stations- KSNT, KTKA, KTMJ & The N.E. Kansas CW - are a proud part of #NexstarNation. Located in the heart of the state's capital, the stations benefits from unparalleled access to political newsmakers, vibrant communities, and a audience hungry for quality journalism shared across our great state.

Living in Topeka, KS offers an unbeatable blend of professional opportunity and personal satisfaction. Whether you’re passionate about politics, culture, or community, Topeka is an ideal place to grow your career and your life.