<![CDATA[The dynamics of communication in national media organizations continue to evolve alongside the increasing dominance of Generation Z employees in newsroom environments. Millennial leaders are required to adapt communication approaches that are more collaborative, open, and adaptive to the characteristics of Gen Z workers. This study aims to analyze Generation Z perspectives on millennial leadership communication patterns in the iNews TV newsroom. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method through literature review, observation, and in-depth interviews with Generation Z employees working in the iNews TV newsroom. The study employs organizational communication theory, transformational leadership theory, intergenerational communication theory, and digital leadership concepts as analytical frameworks. The findings reveal that Generation Z employees prefer leaders who communicate directly, openly, empathetically, and adaptively toward digital technology. Millennial leaders are considered more capable of building participatory communication, encouraging two-way discussions, and creating emotional closeness compared to conventional hierarchical leadership styles. However, several communication barriers were also identified, including miscommunication through digital platforms, inconsistent instructions in fast newsroom workflows, and differences in work expectations between generations. The study concludes that effective leadership communication in digital newsroom organizations requires emotional intelligence, communication flexibility, technological adaptation, and participatory leadership to improve employee engagement and work productivity among Generation Z. This study recommends strengthening internal communication systems and adaptive leadership development within television newsroom environments.]]>
