VP of News

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USA TODAY’s newsroom stands apart as the nation’s unbiased source for facts‑forward news and information. Our mission is to serve readers and viewers across America by delivering essential, independent journalism and content that informs, empowers, and connects.

As USA TODAY embraces innovation in an ever‑evolving media landscape, the brand is seeking a top leader to drive the USA TODAY newsroom forward, combining business acumen and digital expertise with incredible storytelling and service journalism. The Vice President of News for USA TODAY is undoubtedly a highly visible and respected role in American journalism with extraordinary responsibility in service to our nation.

In addition to ensuring USA TODAY delivers high‑impact, independent journalism to meet audiences on all platforms as well as managing newsroom operations, this leader is expected to provide clear vision and strategic direction for USA TODAY’s journalists across the country.

The Vice President of News serves as the principal public representative of the newsroom, adeptly embodying USA TODAY’s values and journalistic mission—whether engaging audiences at industry events, appearing on broadcast media, or inspiring teams within the organization during pivotal moments.

The evolution of the industry requires a seasoned leader who will work with partners across USA TODAY Co. to champion positive change that will drive a sustainable future. This leader must be a change maker willing to build new initiatives from the ground up – someone with a service mindset, driven by urgency, who understands how to run a newsroom and a media business with a mission that’s more important than ever.

This leader will be able to unite siloed teams, inspire hierarchical legacy mindsets to embrace the progress of a modern news organization. The role demands a leader who recognizes the critical tasks of stakeholder management, data‑based decision‑making, managing up and sideways while delivering results.

Reporting to USA TODAY’s Senior Vice President, the person in this role is a transformational News‑focused leader and partner who can seamlessly strategize and motivate – this individual seizes all possibilities with care and conviction.

• Oversee news content and ensure coverage is unbiased, transparent, and fair – in keeping with the USA TODAY NETWORK Principles of Ethical Conduct for Newsrooms.
• Champion accountability journalism and uphold the organization’s commitment to public service.

• Position USA TODAY as the single strongest source of facts‑forward news and unbiased information serving the largest audience in America.
• Develop and implement strategies to deepen audience engagement and extend the organization’s reach.
• Champion new storytelling formats and technologies.
• Lead digital transformation and innovation initiatives, including…