Paige Harrison
About Paige Harrison
Paige Harrison is the Vice President of News at Hearst Television and a former news director at WCVB-TV, Boston, known for leading her teams to multiple journalism awards.
Paige Harrison, Vice President at Hearst Television
Paige Harrison currently holds the position of Vice President of News at Hearst Television. Her role involves overseeing news operations and strategic initiatives across the company's numerous television stations. Her leadership and experience contribute significantly to maintaining the quality and integrity of news broadcasts under the Hearst Television umbrella.
News Director at WCVB-TV, Boston
Prior to her current role, Paige Harrison served as the news director for WCVB-TV, Boston, Hearst Television's flagship station. At WCVB-TV, she managed all operations of the news department, which produces over 45 hours of newscasts weekly. Her leadership helped the department earn a multitude of awards for journalism and community service, including regional Emmy Awards, regional Edward R. Murrow Awards, and more.
Notable Achievements in Journalism
During her tenure as news director at WCVB-TV, Paige Harrison led the news department to earn numerous accolades. These awards include regional Emmy Awards, regional Edward R. Murrow Awards, National Headliner Awards, a Gracie Award, and a Gabriel Award. Her contributions have been pivotal in driving the station's commitment to excellence in journalism and community service.
Career at Hearst Television Stations
Paige Harrison has served in news operations for five different Hearst Television stations across the United States. She has previously worked as the news director at WPBF-TV in West Palm Beach, Florida, and has held management positions at WESH-TV in Orlando, Florida, KOCO-TV in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and WTAE-TV in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Her roles at these stations have equipped her with extensive experience in newsroom management.
Early Career in Canadian Television
Raised in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, Paige Harrison began her television career as a producer and director in Halifax. She has also worked in various capacities in Toronto, Ottawa, and Barrie, Ontario. Her early career in Canadian television set a strong foundation for her subsequent roles in news management within the United States.