News Director - Kvvu

About Gray Media

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households.

The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and Power Nation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

KVVU FOX5 is the FOX affiliate serving Las Vegas and Southern Nevada. FOX5 produces sixteen (16) hours of LIVE and LOCAL news/entertainment programming each weekday. We deliver local news, weather, sports, and investigative journalism that matter to one of the fastest-growing communities in the country. Our newsroom is committed to impactful storytelling, accountability reporting, and innovation across all platforms.

We pride ourselves on a collaborative, inclusive culture that values creativity, integrity, and professional growth. FOX5 is deeply invested in the community we serve and is dedicated to informing, empowering, and connecting viewers every day.

This is a rare leadership opportunity in a dynamic, fast-growing 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 is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the news operation and works closely with the General Manager and senior leadership to develop and execute a clear strategic vision. This role sets the editorial tone, drives excellence, and ensures FOX5 remains the trusted, competitive, and forward-thinking news leader in Southern Nevada.

• 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 with the 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, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). You may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on apply now, upload your resume, cover letter, and references.

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