News Director - Kvvu

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Gray Media is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formerly Gray Television, Inc. It is the nation’s largest owner of top‑rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 markets that reach approximately 36 % of U.S. television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with top‑rated stations and 100 markets with top‑or‑second‑rated stations, plus the largest Telemundo affiliate group serving nearly 1.5 million Hispanic households.

Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency, and media properties such as Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and Power Nation Studios.

This is a rare leadership opportunity in the fast‑growing Southern Nevada market. KVVU FOX5 is seeking a visionary News Director who is an exceptional coach, strategic thinker, and content innovator. The ideal candidate is passionate about journalism, thrives on developing talent, and embraces bold, modern storytelling across broadcast, digital, streaming, and social platforms.

The News Director will oversee all aspects of the news operation and work closely with the General Manager and senior leadership to develop and execute a clear strategic vision, set the editorial tone, drive excellence, and keep FOX5 as a trusted, competitive, and forward‑thinking news leader.

• Lead, inspire, and coach an award‑winning newsroom with a strong Digital First mindset.
• Develop and execute a strategic content plan with clear guidelines for broadcast, digital, streaming, and social platforms.
• Establish high standards, goals, and accountability for newsroom content, ethics, and operations.
• Oversee all news gathering, editorial decision‑making, and presentation across platforms.
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of Las Vegas and Southern Nevada community issues.
• Plan and execute coverage of major events such as elections, breaking news, and large‑scale community events.
• Collaborate with other department leaders to drive innovation, workflow efficiency, and audience growth.
• Ensure strong daily execution while thinking long‑term about brand, talent development, and content strategy.
• Prepare, manage, and oversee the annual newsroom budget.

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Minimum 3–5 years of News Director or senior newsroom leadership experience preferred.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and people‑management skills.
• Strong editorial judgment and ability to make fast, accurate decisions under deadline pressure.
• Deep understanding of digital, social, and streaming platforms and audience engagement strategies.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and lead confidently during breaking news and high‑stress situations.

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).#current openings and search for the job title or station call letters. Click “apply now”, upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees can apply through the Gray‑TV Ulti Pro self‑service portal. KVVU‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. The company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Gray Media prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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Henderson, NV (or Las Vegas, NV)