Jacob Wilson is joining WSAW-TV/WZAW-TV in Wausau as news director starting Jan. 22.
Wilson will lead the stations’ daily news operation and special projects, including expanding and elevating work on digital platforms.
He most recently led the morning team at WTTV/WXIN, the CBS/FOX duopoly in Indianapolis.
“It’s an absolute privilege to step into the role of News Director at WSAW,” Wilson said. “For the past decade, I’ve had the honor of growing, learning and serving in my hometown market of Indianapolis. I’m excited to bring that experience to this talented, dedicated newsroom and I’m eager to build upon the station’s strong legacy of local journalism.”
Wilson is a 2016 graduate of Ball State University.
