US News Director

Newsweek

Remote regions

US

Salary range

$175,000–$225,000/yr

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Position Overview:

  • Lead Newsweek’s US news operation and spearhead editorial strategy.
  • Ensure every piece of journalism is timely, authoritative, and truly distinctive.
  • Align every editorial initiative with Newsweek’s most important strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Partner with the Executive Editor to translate global editorial strategy into US execution.
  • Champion speed, exclusivity, and smart framing in breaking news.
  • Manage, mentor, and inspire US editors, reporters, and digital specialists.

Qualification & Requirements:

  • Possess extensive leadership experience in US digital newsrooms.
  • Demonstrate exceptional news judgment and a deep understanding of the US national conversation.
  • Exhibit strong editorial instincts and framing skills.

Newsweek

Newsweek is a global media organization that delivers thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video across a dozen print and digital platforms. They reach 100 million people each month. They seek employees of diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and respectful workplace.

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