How much does a News Director make in Mississippi? The average News Director salary in Mississippi is $118,201 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $105,728 and $137,570. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
News Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile News Director Salary $94,372 MS March 26, 2024
25th Percentile News Director Salary $105,728 MS March 26, 2024
50th Percentile News Director Salary $118,201 MS March 26, 2024
75th Percentile News Director Salary $137,570 MS March 26, 2024
90th Percentile News Director Salary $155,203 MS March 26, 2024
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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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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Olive Branch, MS Avg. Salary $123,634 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abbeville, MS Avg. Salary $123,237 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen, MS Avg. Salary $112,238 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ackerman, MS Avg. Salary $111,841 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Algoma, MS Avg. Salary $111,841 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alligator, MS Avg. Salary $116,611 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amory, MS Avg. Salary $111,841 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Anguilla, MS Avg. Salary $116,744 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Arcola, MS Avg. Salary $117,804 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Arkabutla, MS Avg. Salary $123,237 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Job Openings for News Director in Mississippi
Spectrum Technical Director - Spectrum News Louisville , Kentucky Apply Now Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for news and media? Do you want to help keep local communities informed? Apply to be a Technical Director at Spectrum News.Part of Charter Communications,Spectrum News (https://corporate.charter.com/spectrum-networks) is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased, and high-quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities.Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via theSpectrum News app (http://spectrumnewsapp.com/) and connected television. Were committed to providing viewers with 24-hour newsno matter how, when, and where they want it. Check out all the ways we share news on the Spectrum News Mobile AppBE PART OF THE CONNECTIONAsTechnical D
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Klkn-tv - Lincoln , NE
Channel 8 KLKN-TV is looking for Weekend Meteorologist to join our Storm Alert Team.It is not just the cost of living that is amazing here, the weather here is priceless too!We are looking for people who can track and forecast severe weather year-round in our market, tell compelling weather stories during slow weather periods and will be comfortable, relaxed in their delivery and presentation. You will Forecast weather for station broadcasts on weekends Cover severe weather accurately, and urgently without causing unnecessary worry for viewers Post weather updates online and on social media You have Have a degree in Meteorology or a related field Strong interest in covering severe weather Familiar with TWC Max platform preferred An appreciation for a fast-paced environment Willing to work various shifts You will receive Competitive salary Exceptional growth opportunities Please send your resume and reel to KLKN-TV, Attn.: Steffani Nolte News Director, 3240 S. 10th Street, Lincoln, NE 6
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Nbcuniversal - Hartford , CT
We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, a
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WSLS 10 - Roanoke , VA
WSLS 10, the Graham Media Group, Inc. owned / NBC affiliated station in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join our News team. You’ll live and work in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, plus you're only a short drive to major metropolitan areas as well as beaches. WSLS 10 recently moved into a brand new state-of-the-art broadcast facility. We’re looking for an enterprise story-teller who thrives on reporting people driven stories on all platforms from broadcast to digital. Responsibilities: Write, shoot, produce and edit daily news stories, (PKG’s, VOSOT’s, VO’s) Work closely with News management and producers to cover pre-planned and breaking news. Establish and maintain key contacts for cultivating news stories. Produce content for all platforms including broadcast, web and social media. Qualifications: One year of successful reporting experience in a television news environment. Excellent writing and videography skills. Live reporting experience a m
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Hubbard Broadcasting - Albany , NY
About Us Nestled between two beautiful mountain ranges lies the capital of New York State and the heart of the Capital Region. We are very proud of our diverse culture, our gorgeous landscape, and the world class entertainment we enjoy every day. We are 3 short hours away from Boston or New York Cityin fact, you can take in a Broadway show or a professional sports game and get back home in time to visit one of our many craft breweries! When you join the community of the Capital Region and #TEAM13, you join a family of talented, diverse, smart, and welcoming professionals. At WNYT, we work as a team every single day. A team where collaboration is at the forefront and every opinion is valued. At NewsChannel 13, our mission is to serve the greater good of our communities and clients with local, authentic, solution-based content. We are coverage you can trust. Job Overview The position of New Director is responsible for directing and leading the news department and seeing that the vision a
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Entravision Communications - Hartford , CT
TV Multi-Media Journalist Hartford, CT | Full Time Summary Assists with various aspects of news production. Responsible for shooting, writing, editing, and publishing content, coordinating and conducting interviews, and representing the station in community related events. Reports to the News Director. Essential Functions Creates multimedia content for multi-platform distribution (TV & digital). Shoots, writes, and edits daily stories. Coordinates, organizes and conducts interviews. Develops and maintains a network of contacts providing access to exclusive stories. Assists producers in establishing sources, finding and executing enterprise news investigations, building and maintaining a strong list of story ideas. Works directly with Assignments Editor on daily story gathering and creation Represents the station in community related events. Competencies Technical Capability. Strategic Thinking. Multitasking. Communication Proficiency. Teamwork. Ability to Work Well Under Pressure. Requ
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