News Director Salary in the United States

News Director Salary

How much does a News Director make in the United States? The average News Director salary in the United States is $64,664 as of June 28, 2022, but the salary range typically falls between $58,068 and $73,016. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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What is a News Director ?

A news director is an individual at a broadcast station or network or a newspaper who is in charge of the news department. In local news, the news director is typically in charge of the entire news staff, including journalists, news presenters, photographers, copy writers, television producers, and other technical staff. The director also keeps track of how the show is going on, as well as talking to the producer to get things going. Typically, the only individual at a station/network or publication who wields more power than the news director is a general manager or company president....

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Managing Editor
Air & Space Forces Association - Rosslyn , VA
Responsible for proofing and fact-checking communication and direct mail collateral, serving as ... Proofread and edit news alerts. * Serve as online editor for Daily Report submissions as needed
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 17 days ago
Senior Product Manager, Client Experience (Remote)
U.S. News & World Report - Richmond , VA
News & World Report is a multifaceted digital media company dedicated to helping citizens ... This position includes direct management responsibilities of more junior product team members. Are ...
LinkedIn - 20 days ago
Director, Digital Strategy & Operations
VPM Media Corporation - Richmond , VA
The VPM News team produces award-winning journalism for our NPR and PBS stations with distribution ... The ideal Director should be able to collaborate with multiple stakeholders while balancing ...
Diversity Job Board - 15 days ago
Shift Lead
Nothing Bundt Cakes - Newport News/Virginia Beach - Virginia Beach , VA
Supports the Bakery Manager in recruiting, selecting and training team members, directing daily work responsibilities, and providing performance feedback and coaching. * Ensures NbC product, service ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 3 days ago
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Charter Senior Living - Newport News - Newport News , VA
Prepare hot and cold items as designated by First Cook or Dining Services Director. * Follow all health department practices, safety practices, and infection control practices. * Break down service ...
Snagajob - 4 days ago
Producer (REMOTE)
2K - Richmond , VA
Potential day-to-day direct management and mentorship of other publishing production staff including hiring, personnel reviews, etc * Be involved with the hiring, mentoring, and support of the ...
LinkedIn - 23 days ago

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    Editor

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    News Director

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Base Salary

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58068
73016
64664

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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75250
65239
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of News Director in the United States. The base salary for News Director ranges from $58,068 to $73,016 with the average base salary of $64,664. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $58,423 to $75,250 with the average total cash compensation of $65,239.

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