Tegna NBC affiliate WTHR Indianapolis today appointed current interim news director Scott Hums to director of content, focusing on WTHR’s strategic growth across all broadcast, digital and streaming platforms. Additionally, WTHR named Nicole Block news director. Block will lead all day-to-day operations and daily editorial decisionmaking. Block will join WTHR in October.
“As our industry continues to evolve, so too have the roles of local news leadership,” said Michael Brouder, WTHR president and general manager. “I am proud to bring together two proven newsroom leaders who will ensure WTHR continues to provide exceptional news and information across all platforms. Scott has been a top performer and rising star at WTHR, and Nicole brings legacy newsroom experience and a keen focus on serving the community.”
