Senior Director

Are you a digital news visionary ready to take our content to new heights? The E.W. Scripps Company is seeking an experienced and aggressive Senior Director of Digital News to spearhead our digital transformation. In this high-impact role, you will develop and execute the strategic vision for news content across all Scripps News Group digital platforms.

As our Senior Director of Digital News, you will be a key collaborative partner, working closely with stakeholders from Scripps News, our local newsrooms, streaming, and digital teams. Together, you will craft a cohesive, consumer-centric digital news strategy that drives engagement and growth. Leveraging data-driven insights, you will identify opportunities to optimize our digital assets and integrate cutting-edge AI-powered technologies to elevate our news content creation, curation, and personalization.

This is an exciting opportunity for a digital news trailblazer to make their mark. You will serve as a thought leader, guiding our organization on best practices in digital distribution, monetization, and audience engagement. If you have a proven track record of leading digital innovation and a passion for shaping the future of news, we want to hear from you. Apply today and join our mission to deliver world-class digital news experiences.

This is a position that can be based in any Scripps unit where the company is licensed to do business.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Develop and own the overarching digital news strategy for the company, aligning with broader business objectives, such as revenue goals, and consumer needs.

• Analyze consumption trends and behavioral data across our digital news properties to identify opportunities for growth and optimization.

• Collaborate with Scripps News, local newsrooms, streaming & digital, teams to ensure a seamless digital news experience.

• Develop strategies to integrate AI-powered technologies into the digital news workflow to enhance content creation, curation, and personalization for users.

• Provide strategic guidance on the development and deployment of modular news content, websites, and other digital news assets.

• Create connections between digital news strategy, engagement with audiences, and collaboration among employees to drive innovation and growth.

• Identify and implement best practices in digital news distribution, monetization, and engagement.

• Monitor industry trends and competitive landscape to inform our digital news strategy and innovation.

• Serve as a thought leader and advocate for digital-first news priorities within the organization

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• BS/BA in related Discipline or equivalent years experience preferred

• Generally, 10+ years of experience in related field preferred

• Prior managerial experience preferred

• Previous experience in digital strategy, news, or broadcast media

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Expertise in leveraging AI and data-driven insights to enhance digital news processes and experiences

• Ability to foster a culture of collaboration and innovation, both virtually and among employees, to drive the digital news strategy forward

• Strong analytical and data-driven mindset, with the ability to derive insights and recommendations from complex data sets

• Proven track record of driving digital transformation and innovation within a media/news organization

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams

• Deep understanding of the digital news ecosystem, including emerging trends, technologies, and consumer behaviors

• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop a cohesive, long-term vision

• Lead and inspire through influence

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SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose. 

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP)is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

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