WZDX, the Huntsville, Ala., FOX affiliate, has announced the addition of Mark Overstreet as vice president and general manager. Along with his new role at the station, Overstreet will also be in charge of digital sub-channels WAMY, MeTV and RocketCityNow.com.
“We are confident in [Mark’s] ability to take the logical next step in his already-impressive broadcasting career and provide the necessary leadership to integrate our Huntsville television and digital operations into the foundation of the many local communities we serve,” said Tim Busch, co-chief operating officer of Nexstar Broadcasting (which owns WZDX).
“I am truly excited to join the Huntsville community and look forward to developing strong relationships with local viewers, businesses and various organizations around the entire region,” Overstreet added.
Prior to joining WZDX, Overstreet was director of sales at WTLV-WJXX the ABC and NBC affiliate in Jacksonville, Fla.
His appointment is effective immediately.