Hankyoreh has a unique system for appointing the head of its newsroom, requiring approval from journalists through a voting process after a candidate is nominated by the leadership. Recently, Hwang Jun-beom was appointed as the new head of the newsroom after passing this vote. This process aims to guarantee editorial independence by reflecting the opinions of journalists before finalizing the appointment. Moreover, the new chief presented a manifesto outlining his vision for the newsroom, focusing on quality and relevance in news production.

Hwang emphasized the need for 'selection and concentration,' promising to enable journalists to focus on producing high-quality articles and to demonstrate the importance of Hankyoreh to its readers. This principle has been a recurring theme within the organization, highlighted in various reports discussing innovation and strategy. However, the idea of selection and concentration presents challenges, as it inherently involves making tough choices about resource allocation and priorities, which are ultimately the responsibility of the leadership.

The notion of selection necessitates the act of forgoing other aspects, presenting inherent difficulties when it comes to prioritizing areas for emphasis. Hwang's approach will aim to ensure that resources are effectively directed to areas that truly matter, as he navigates the complexities of responsibility that come with decision-making in a constrained environment. Additionally, he pointed out the need to distinguish between essential and non-essential reporting to enhance the newsroom's effectiveness.