Assistant News Director

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Bend, OR, US Until 8/21/2026 2+ years exp First posted June 6, 2026 Last posted June 6, 2026
Job description

KTVZ News is seeking an Assistant News Director to help lead the day-to-day operations of our award-winning newsroom. 

This role requires a dynamic, forward-thinking leader who will drive daily content, guide coverage decisions, and ensure strong breaking and developing news coverage.

The ideal candidate is an experienced journalist with a passion for storytelling and investigative reporting, capable of working closely with reporters on story development while collaborating with producers to create compelling, standout newscasts. 

This position demands strong leadership, sound news judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in high-pressure situations with composure. 

The Assistant News Director will lead by example, fostering a positive newsroom culture while coaching, mentoring, and inspiring staff at all levels, in close partnership with the News Director. 

Candidates must have at least two years of broadcast newsroom experience, including one year in a leadership role, along with a solid understanding of media ethics and legal standards. 

Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and a solutions-oriented mindset are essential. 

This role also requires flexibility, including being on call as needed and the ability to adjust schedules to accommodate breaking news and coverage demands across mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen. This position is a full-time hourly position that is eligible for a full array of benefits which can be viewed through our benefits hub located at https://flimp.live/MyNewsPressBenefits.

We do require a valid Oregon driver’s license or the ability to obtain one, as you will be responsible for driving our news vehicles.

Please apply online at KTVZ.com; at the menu choose About Us – Careers & Internships.  We request that you name your referral source during your application process.

NPG of Oregon is an EOE, references must be made available upon request.

About this role

Summary

Lead newsroom operations, guide coverage, manage staff, ensure ethical standards, and adapt to high-pressure situations.

Job title

Assistant News Director

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

media

Location requirements

Bend, OR; remote work not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

broadcast newsroomleadershipmedia ethicslegal standardsstory development

Preferred skills

coachingmentoringemotional intelligenceflexibility

Specializations

newsroom managementbroadcast journalisminvestigative reportingmedia ethics
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Bend, OR, USA

On-site City