Newsweek is hiring: US News Director in New York

Newsweek is the global media organization that has earned audience time and trust for more than 90 years. Newsweek reaches 100 million people each month with thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video delivered across a dozen print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, Newsweek also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia.

US News Director, Newsweek.com

Location:

New York City orRemote (East Coast)

Position Overview:

TheUS News Directorwill leadNewsweek’sUS news operation, spearheading editorial strategy, breaking news coverage, and audience growth for the American market. As a key driver of innovation and excellence,this rolereportsdirectly to the Executive Editor and commands full responsibility for the fast-paced, high-impact daily operations of the U.S. newsroom—ensuring every piece of journalism istimely, authoritative, and truly distinctive. Beyond the newsroom, the U.S. News Director is the catalyst for aligning every editorial initiative with Newsweek’s most important strategic goals, from championing the company’s broad editorial mission to spearheading subscription growth. The role is based in the United States and plays a critical part in shaping the future of Newsweek’s digital journalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the US news operation, overseeing day-to-day digital news coverage, including breaking news, enterprise reporting, and major story moments.


• Set and drive theUS editorial agenda,identifyingthe stories that matter most to American audiences across politics, society, culture, business, and beyond.


• Part ner with the Executive Editor totranslate global editorial strategy into US execution, ensuring alignment with Newsweek’s standards, priorities, and subscription goals.


• Develop and execute strategies togrow US audience reach, engagement, and subscriptionsacross platforms, working closely with Audience Growth & Strategy teams.


• Champion speed, exclusivity, and smart framing in breaking news, while ensuring accuracy, fairness, and strong editorial judgment.


• IntegrateAI-powered tools and workflowsinto the US newsroom to enhance reporting, verification, production, and audience personalization.


• Manage, mentor, and inspire US editors, reporters, and digital specialists, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.


• Uphold Newsweek’s editorial standards and oversee quality control across all US news output.


• Allocate US newsroom resources effectively, balancing breaking news demands with longer-term enterprise and subscription-driven journalism.


• Communicate editorial priorities and strategic updates clearly and consistently to the US newsroom.


• Any other reasonable dutiesrequiredto meet the needs of the business.

Qualification & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism,Communicationsorrelated field; advanced degree preferred.


• Minimum10years progressive newsroom experience.


• Extensive leadership experience inUSdigital newsroomswith a strongtrack recordof managing editors and reporters in fast-paced environments.


• Exceptionalnews judgm entand a deep understanding of the US national conversation and how it shapes public discourse.


• Proven ability to leadbreaking news coveragewhile also driving enterprise and audience-focused journalism.


• Strong editorial instincts and f raming skills; an excellent editor with a clear point of view on what makes journalism distinctive and valuable.


• Deep experience withaudience development, including SEO, social platforms, analytics, and subscription-driven strategies.


• Strong understanding of howAI is reshaping journalism and consumerbehavior, with the ability to lead teams through change.


• Comfortable working closely with international colleagues across time zones.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Salary Range: $175,000 to $225,000 commensurate with experience.

Newsweek is an equal opportunity employer. We seek employees of diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and respectful workplace.