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Nexstar Media • Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
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News Director KXRM-TV FOX21 (Colorado Springs CO)

Are you a dynamic forward-thinking leader ready to shape the future of local news Nexstar Media Group Americas largest local broadcasting company is seeking an experienced and strategic News Director to lead the newsroom at FOX21 Colorado Springs (KXRM-TV).

This is a rare opportunity to guide a talented multiplatform newsroom thats redefining what it means to be a local broadcaster in a rapidly evolving media landscape.

What Were Looking For

Our ideal candidate is a proven newsroom leader with a passion for local storytelling and a vision for where news is headed next. You are :

  • A strategic thinker with deep knowledge of digital trends and multiplatform distribution
  • Collaborative decisive and committed to community impact
  • Mindset to meet audiences wherever they are
  • Skilled at inspiring innovation accountability journalism and creative storytelling
  • A mentor who motivates individuals to perform at their best and fosters a culture of teamwork and excellence

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee all aspects of news weather and sports content across broadcast digital and streaming platforms.
  • Manage day-to-day newsroom operations including staffing training scheduling and performance evaluation.
  • Shape and execute an audience-focused content strategy for linear TV digital OTT / CTV and social media.
  • Make key personnel decisions including hiring coaching promotions and terminations.
  • Provide consistent feedback and coaching to elevate storytelling and presentation standards.
  • Ensure journalistic integrity accuracy and timeliness in all content.
  • Collaborate with senior station leadership to align newsroom strategy with company goals.
  • Drive digital innovation using data analytics and emerging technology.
  • Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in a broadcast newsroom including 2-3 years in a News Director role.
  • Bachelors degree in Journalism Broadcasting Communications or equivalent professional experience.
  • Strong digital acumen and experience with multiplatform content creation and audience engagement.
  • Exceptional communication decision-making and team-building skills.
  • Proven success in growing audience reach and delivering measurable results.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
  • Experience with budgeting resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Experience and success mentoring and developing newsroom talent.
  • Why Colorado Springs

    Nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak Colorado Springs with its breathtaking scenery offers a unique blend of western charma commanding military presence a rapidly growing technology sector tourism and endless outdoor recreation. Consistently ranked among the nations most livable cities its a place where professional purpose meets quality of life.

    While many stations are consolidating or regionalizing their news operations Nexstar and FOX21 remain committed to local journalism telling stories that matter serving our community and driving meaningful impact.

    Join us and be part of something truly exciting : the future of local news built right here.

    Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary : $120000 (commensurate with experience skills and qualifications)
  • Benefits : Comprehensive package including multiple medical plan options dental and vision coverage paid time off 401(k) with company match paid parental leave life insurance and more.
  • Apply today and bring your voice your vision and your leadership to FOX21.

    Lets build the future of local news together.

    Required Experience :

    Director

    Key Skills

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    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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