News Director
- Bachelor s degree in related field or equivalent work experience.
- Five (5) or more years of editorial leadership experience, with at least three (3) years in news management or applicable expertise.
- Three (3) or more years of experience leading digital journalism with a multi-platform mindset (web, audio, social), from planning through distribution.
- Three (3) or more years demonstrated experience editing short and long-form stories on radio and digital platforms.
- Proven ability to lead and develop news teams, fostering collaboration both within the newsroom and across departments.
Annual salary range of $96,000-102,000 Depending on Experience Benefits
Medical Insurance (80% paid)
Dental Insurance (80% paid)
Vision Insurance (80% paid)
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Life Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
403(b) Retirement Plan with 5% Match
Phone/Internet Stipend
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Culture
Blue Ridge Public Radio (BPR) exists to provide Western North Carolinians with a deeper understanding of one another and the world - by being an essential, independent source of trusted news and cultural content. BPR is an independent, nonprofit news and media organization producing award-winning journalism and cultural programming that inspires, informs, connects, and reflects the people and places of Western North Carolina. Our two broadcast services and digital platforms reach more than 650,000 people across 14 Appalachian counties. BPR s blind initial screening process helps ensure fairness in hiring. Personal identifiers (such as name, gender, age, race, and educational institutions) are removed from initial materials so our review focuses only on each candidate s skills and experience. This is one of the ways that we actively advance diversity, equity, and inclusion across our operations. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify as members of traditionally underrepresented or underserved communities. Responsibilities
What you ll do at BPR Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Set BPR s news agenda; plan daily and long-range coverage across digital and broadcast platforms, ensuring a digital-first approach that starts with audience needs and platform strengths.
- Structure department to meet news and information needs of the audience.
- Manage news department staff as well as contributors, including providing feedback and annual performance reviews.
- Build a strong, collaborative newsroom culture; support staff in understanding their roles within the department and in coordination with other teams within BPR.
- Recruit and hire news positions and make budgeting recommendations to supervisor on personnel decisions.
- Work collaboratively with BPR s Senior Leadership Team to align newsroom goals with the organization s broader strategic plan.
- Work with supervisor to create news department budget and manage it throughout the year.
- Contribute to reporting and news production as needed, including during breaking news events.
- Work with relevant staff to create opportunities to solicit feedback and reflect community input on news coverage priorities.
- Work with relevant staff to identify and build news-related partnerships and collaborations with other media and/or community organizations.
- Oversee and/or directly manage BPR s participation in such collaborations.
- Review and publish content by other NC news organizations.
- Collaborate with NPR and other national outlets on news coverage as appropriate.
- Represent the newsroom by attending BPR functions and participating in speaking engagements
- Participate in on-air fund drives and coordinate news team participation
- Work extended hours as needed, including evenings and weekends
- Regional travel in Western North Carolina as needed
- All other duties as assigned
Bachelor s degree in related field or equivalent work experience
At least 5 years Leadership experience
Physically work in Asheville office (not remote)
Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Accept a background check to be performed
English
Knowledge in: Microsoft Office
Equal Opportunity Employer
Blue Ridge Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Blue Ridge Public Radio are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, generation, family or parental status, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. Requisition #cmgs2hzrm6kqu0jo5ad8hzv33
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