Jennifer Wallace Canine Upped To WDIV News Director

Graham Media’s NBC affiliate WDIV Detroit (Local 4), has promoted Jennifer Wallace Canine from Assistant News Director to News director, effective immediately.

WDIV says Canine, a seasoned professional, “has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to journalistic integrity and storytelling. Her leadership has been characterized by a profound impact on newsroom culture, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a dedication to delivering news of the highest caliber on all platforms.”

Bob Ellis, WDIV vice president and general manager, says: “Jennifer’s impact on this newsroom has been profound. She’s an enormous reason why we are who we are today. What makes her special is her intense desire to foster the culture of a newsroom that doesn’t try to be like anyone or anything else.

“With the changes we’ve made to our product just getting started, Jenn is also the right person to lead us in our evolving storytelling approach and help every news employee find ways to serve our viewers on all platforms every day. I have the utmost faith that she will lead, communicate with transparency, and move us forward.”