Supervising Senior Producer, Newscast

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of anchors, producers, and editors, overseeing daily operations across broadcast and digital platforms.
• Coordinate Newscast editorial planning and lead the team during weekend shifts.
• Collaborate with the Executive Producer to develop and implement editorial and operational strategies.
• Coach, mentor, and direct team members to ensure high-quality journalistic output.
• Manage hiring, onboarding, and the professional development of staff.
• Maintain administrative operations, including work schedules and training.
• Act as a liaison to desks and member stations regarding the strengths of NPR News Now.
• Cultivate and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience managing direct reports in a journalism newsroom or operation.
• At least 10 years of experience creating journalism content as an editor or producer.
• At least 12 years of experience in daily news production.
• Proficiency in audio, digital, and video production.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise solid, independent news judgment.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Ability to work an on-site schedule in Washington, D.C., including Wednesday through Sunday shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in editorial innovation, such as launching new products or projects.
• Proficiency in multiple formats, including radio, video, digital text, and podcasting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid time off and financial well-being resources.
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, and disability insurance.
• Access to voluntary retirement savings plans.

About the Company

NPR is a mission-driven multimedia organization that produces award-winning news, information, and music programming in partnership with hundreds of independent public radio stations across the nation. We are innovators in journalism and digital media, committed to building a workplace where collaboration is essential and diverse voices are heard.