Sinclair Broadcast Group
Location:
Baltimore, MD Company:
Sinclair Broadcast Group
WBFF / FOX 45 Baltimore is seeking a
bold, strategic, and purpose-driven News Director
to lead one of the most aggressive and impactful local newsrooms in the country.
This is not a maintenance role. This is a leadership opportunity for someone who believes journalism should
drive accountability, create change, and serve communities with clarity and courage .
About the Newsroom FOX 45 Baltimore operates a high-performing, high-expectation content center known for enterprise reporting, investigative journalism, and storytelling that doesn’t back down. Our newsroom is built around an
audience-first news philosophy —we prioritize relevance, context, and impact over routine coverage.
The Role The News Director will set the editorial vision, lead a competitive and motivated team, and push the newsroom to consistently deliver journalism that matters. This leader must inspire excellence, demand accountability, and actively participate in shaping impactful storytelling across platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop a
high-performing team of journalists , managers, and producers
Set a clear editorial strategy centered on
impact, accountability, and community change
Champion
enterprise, investigative, and solutions-oriented storytelling
Foster a newsroom culture built on
purpose, discipline, collaboration, and urgency
Drive strong daily execution while maintaining long-term editorial vision
Collaborate and work closely with the SVP of News
to align newsroom strategy, priorities, and performance
Partner with digital, investigative, and content teams to maximize reach and relevance
Use data, audience insights, and community feedback to inform content decisions
Uphold the highest standards of journalistic integrity, fairness, and accuracy
What We’re Looking For
A
proven newsroom leader
with experience managing teams in a competitive news environment
A passion for
impactful storytelling
that goes beyond headlines and adds real context
The ability to motivate teams through clarity, trust, and high expectations
Strong editorial judgment and the courage to make tough calls
A belief that journalism should
break barriers and create measurable impact
Comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-stakes newsroom with big goals
Why This Role Matters Baltimore deserves journalism that holds power accountable, elevates voices, and drives real change. This News Director will shape coverage that doesn’t just inform—but
moves the community forward .
If you are a leader with
passion, purpose, and the discipline to build distinctive journalism , this is your newsroom.
The base salary compensation range for thisrole is $135,000 to $165,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, quarterly bonus, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Us Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.
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Baltimore, MD Company:
Sinclair Broadcast Group
WBFF / FOX 45 Baltimore is seeking a
bold, strategic, and purpose-driven News Director
to lead one of the most aggressive and impactful local newsrooms in the country.
This is not a maintenance role. This is a leadership opportunity for someone who believes journalism should
drive accountability, create change, and serve communities with clarity and courage .
About the Newsroom FOX 45 Baltimore operates a high-performing, high-expectation content center known for enterprise reporting, investigative journalism, and storytelling that doesn’t back down. Our newsroom is built around an
audience-first news philosophy —we prioritize relevance, context, and impact over routine coverage.
The Role The News Director will set the editorial vision, lead a competitive and motivated team, and push the newsroom to consistently deliver journalism that matters. This leader must inspire excellence, demand accountability, and actively participate in shaping impactful storytelling across platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop a
high-performing team of journalists , managers, and producers
Set a clear editorial strategy centered on
impact, accountability, and community change
Champion
enterprise, investigative, and solutions-oriented storytelling
Foster a newsroom culture built on
purpose, discipline, collaboration, and urgency
Drive strong daily execution while maintaining long-term editorial vision
Collaborate and work closely with the SVP of News
to align newsroom strategy, priorities, and performance
Partner with digital, investigative, and content teams to maximize reach and relevance
Use data, audience insights, and community feedback to inform content decisions
Uphold the highest standards of journalistic integrity, fairness, and accuracy
What We’re Looking For
A
proven newsroom leader
with experience managing teams in a competitive news environment
A passion for
impactful storytelling
that goes beyond headlines and adds real context
The ability to motivate teams through clarity, trust, and high expectations
Strong editorial judgment and the courage to make tough calls
A belief that journalism should
break barriers and create measurable impact
Comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-stakes newsroom with big goals
Why This Role Matters Baltimore deserves journalism that holds power accountable, elevates voices, and drives real change. This News Director will shape coverage that doesn’t just inform—but
moves the community forward .
If you are a leader with
passion, purpose, and the discipline to build distinctive journalism , this is your newsroom.
The base salary compensation range for thisrole is $135,000 to $165,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, quarterly bonus, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Us Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.
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