Statesman Journal / Gannett
USA TODAY VP of News
Statesman Journal / Gannett, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
USA TODAY VP of News
USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions.
Overview USA TODAY’s newsroom stands apart as the nation’s unbiased source for facts-forward news and information. Our mission is to serve readers and viewers across America by delivering essential, independent journalism and content that informs, empowers, and connects.
Responsibilities Editorial Leadership
Oversee news content and ensure coverage is unbiased, transparent, and fair – in keeping with the USA TODAY NETWORK Principles of Ethical Conduct for Newsrooms.
Champion accountability journalism and uphold the organization’s commitment to public service.
Strategy & Innovation
Position USA TODAY as the single strongest source of facts-forward news and unbiased information serving the largest audience in America.
Develop and implement strategies to deepen audience engagement and extend the organization’s reach.
Champion new storytelling formats and technologies.
Lead digital transformation and innovation initiatives, including adoption of new storytelling formats, while embracing data-driven journalism, and emerging technologies (AI).
Foster a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement, encouraging the piloting of new products and platforms.
Team Management And Leadership Competencies
Lead, coach, and develop newsroom leaders and staff. Foster a culture of belonging, candor, and journalistic excellence.
Demonstrate participative leadership, fostering collaboration, and innovation.
Model ethical decision-making, resilience, and adaptability in a rapidly changing media environment.
Build and sustain a strong organizational culture that values transparency, accountability, and journalistic excellence.
Emotional intelligence and exceptional interpersonal skills to effectively work cross-functionally across all divisions to implement projects and accomplish goals.
Ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including executives, media, and external partners.
Quality & Standards
Uphold rigorous standards for accuracy, fairness, and ethics.
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Implement best practices for editorial review and risk management.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with product, technology, audience, and business teams to align newsroom priorities with organizational goals.
External Relations
Serve as a public ambassador for the organization. Build relationships with key stakeholders, including industry peers, partners, and the broader community.
Champion coverage and initiatives that reach and serve communities and individuals unserved by other national outlets, ensuring USA TODAY’s journalism is essential and accessible nationwide.
Budget & Resource Management
Oversee newsroom budgets, resource allocation, and operational efficiency.
Requirements
Bachelor's or master’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of five years in significant leadership role in a newsroom or major news organization with demonstrated success.
Clear understanding of the First Amendment and the highest regard for upholding those standards.
Experience in managing large, diverse teams and complex operations, and high-level decision-making with complex, impactful or sensitive news content.
Strong strategic thinking, action-bias, decision-making, and communication skills.
Experience working in industries undergoing substantial change and transformation.
A history of successful leadership, innovation and goal achievement.
Demonstrated change leader who collaborates and communicates effectively.
Personal charisma, comfortable with public speaking and a commitment to staff interaction.
Understanding of the changing media landscape and ability to adapt strategies that address continually changing market and consumer needs and desires.
Demonstrated strong competitive instincts and intellectual curiosity.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and coordinate in an environment of accountability.
Demonstrated track record in recruiting a highly successful leadership team highly desirable.
Experience driving a successful turnaround or transformation highly desirable.
Commitment to journalistic independence, ethics, and innovation.
Application Instructions
Your resume – one to two pages.
A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.
Equal Opportunity Statement USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com.
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Overview USA TODAY’s newsroom stands apart as the nation’s unbiased source for facts-forward news and information. Our mission is to serve readers and viewers across America by delivering essential, independent journalism and content that informs, empowers, and connects.
Responsibilities Editorial Leadership
Oversee news content and ensure coverage is unbiased, transparent, and fair – in keeping with the USA TODAY NETWORK Principles of Ethical Conduct for Newsrooms.
Champion accountability journalism and uphold the organization’s commitment to public service.
Strategy & Innovation
Position USA TODAY as the single strongest source of facts-forward news and unbiased information serving the largest audience in America.
Develop and implement strategies to deepen audience engagement and extend the organization’s reach.
Champion new storytelling formats and technologies.
Lead digital transformation and innovation initiatives, including adoption of new storytelling formats, while embracing data-driven journalism, and emerging technologies (AI).
Foster a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement, encouraging the piloting of new products and platforms.
Team Management And Leadership Competencies
Lead, coach, and develop newsroom leaders and staff. Foster a culture of belonging, candor, and journalistic excellence.
Demonstrate participative leadership, fostering collaboration, and innovation.
Model ethical decision-making, resilience, and adaptability in a rapidly changing media environment.
Build and sustain a strong organizational culture that values transparency, accountability, and journalistic excellence.
Emotional intelligence and exceptional interpersonal skills to effectively work cross-functionally across all divisions to implement projects and accomplish goals.
Ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including executives, media, and external partners.
Quality & Standards
Uphold rigorous standards for accuracy, fairness, and ethics.
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Implement best practices for editorial review and risk management.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with product, technology, audience, and business teams to align newsroom priorities with organizational goals.
External Relations
Serve as a public ambassador for the organization. Build relationships with key stakeholders, including industry peers, partners, and the broader community.
Champion coverage and initiatives that reach and serve communities and individuals unserved by other national outlets, ensuring USA TODAY’s journalism is essential and accessible nationwide.
Budget & Resource Management
Oversee newsroom budgets, resource allocation, and operational efficiency.
Requirements
Bachelor's or master’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of five years in significant leadership role in a newsroom or major news organization with demonstrated success.
Clear understanding of the First Amendment and the highest regard for upholding those standards.
Experience in managing large, diverse teams and complex operations, and high-level decision-making with complex, impactful or sensitive news content.
Strong strategic thinking, action-bias, decision-making, and communication skills.
Experience working in industries undergoing substantial change and transformation.
A history of successful leadership, innovation and goal achievement.
Demonstrated change leader who collaborates and communicates effectively.
Personal charisma, comfortable with public speaking and a commitment to staff interaction.
Understanding of the changing media landscape and ability to adapt strategies that address continually changing market and consumer needs and desires.
Demonstrated strong competitive instincts and intellectual curiosity.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and coordinate in an environment of accountability.
Demonstrated track record in recruiting a highly successful leadership team highly desirable.
Experience driving a successful turnaround or transformation highly desirable.
Commitment to journalistic independence, ethics, and innovation.
Application Instructions
Your resume – one to two pages.
A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.
Equal Opportunity Statement USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com.
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