NPR
Executive Producer, Morning Edition & Up First
NPR, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
OVERVIEW
Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.A thriving, mission-driven multimedia organization, NPR produces award-winning news, information, and music programming in partnership with hundreds of independent public radio stations across the nation. The NPR audience values information, creativity, curiosity, and social responsibility – and our employees do too. We are innovators and leaders in diverse fields, from journalism and digital media to IT and development. Every day, our employees and member stations touch the lives of millions worldwide.
Across our organization, we’re building a workplace where collaboration is essential, diverse voices are heard, and inclusion is the key to our success. We are committed to doing the right thing in our journalism and in every role at NPR. This means that integrity, adherence to our ethical standards, and compliance with legal obligations are fundamental responsibilities for every employee at NPR.
Millions of people depend on Morning Edition and Up First to bring them the news they need to start their day. NPR is looking for an Executive Producer to lead these two marquee shows. The ideal candidate prides themselves on journalistic excellence, collaborative leadership, creative storytelling across platforms and an insatiable appetite for news.
Each daily broadcast and podcast is a unique curation of stories from NPR reporters and correspondents based throughout the United States and the world. The hosts interview newsmakers and contribute their own deep reporting. You will lead a talented team of journalists creating unique and unforgettable stories that will serve audiences both live and on demand.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Establish and execute editorial vision that will grow cross-platform audiences for Morning Edition and Up First.
Coach and provide guidance on content and format. Inspire staff to produce consistently compelling programming across platforms.
Foster and grow a diverse team, prioritizing inclusivity and the representation of multiple perspectives.
Ensure that all material published meets NPR standards and practices, including standards of fairness, completeness, independence and impartiality.
Oversee staff schedules, performance management, diversity goals and budget.
Supervise at least 10 direct reports, including preparing their regular performance reviews, and making effective recommendations regarding any hiring, promotion and discipline for these positions.
The above duties and responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be assigned, and this job description can be modified at any time.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 10 years national journalism experience, in roles of increasing responsibility, including 5 years experience as a senior manager.
Demonstrable news judgment; specifically, the ability to identify significant stories quickly, gather stakeholders, define strands of coverage across successive news cycles and help lead an evolving process.
Proven ability to focus collaborative efforts on the achievement of agreed outcomes within finite timeframes and budgets.
Well-developed interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively as part of a diverse team in a high stress environment.
Flexibility, creativity and eagerness to innovate and embrace change.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience leading a daily national broadcast.
Control room familiarity in live daily news production.
Experience working on video platforms.
Experience innovating execution and delivery of broadcast content for digital audiences live and on demand.
Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously.
Understanding of the public media ecosystem in the United States.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTMinimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent in work experience.
WORK LOCATIONOn-site: This is an on-site role based in
Washington, DC .
JOB TYPEThis is a full time, exempt position.
COMPENSATIONSalary Range: The U.S. based anticipated salary range for this opportunity is $187,000-$220,000 annually, plus benefits. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum salaries NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.
Benefits: NPR offers access to comprehensive benefits for employees and dependents. Regular, full-time employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible to enroll in NPR’s benefits options. Benefits include access to health and wellness, paid time off, and financial well-being. Plan options include medical, dental, vision, life/ accidental death and dismemberment, long-term disability, short-term disability, and voluntary retirement savings to all eligible NPR employees.
Does this sound like you? If so, we want to hear from you.
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NPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NPR is committed to being an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse and unique perspectives, all working toward the same goal – to create a more informed public. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, religious belief, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, and reproductive health decisions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, gender non-conforming status, intersex status, sexual stereotypes, nationality, citizenship status, personal appearance, marital status, family status, family responsibilities, military status, veteran status, mental and physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, genetic characteristics of yourself or a family member, political views and affiliation, unemployment status, protective order status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other basis prohibited under applicable law.
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please reach out to employeerelations@npr.org.
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Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.A thriving, mission-driven multimedia organization, NPR produces award-winning news, information, and music programming in partnership with hundreds of independent public radio stations across the nation. The NPR audience values information, creativity, curiosity, and social responsibility – and our employees do too. We are innovators and leaders in diverse fields, from journalism and digital media to IT and development. Every day, our employees and member stations touch the lives of millions worldwide.
Across our organization, we’re building a workplace where collaboration is essential, diverse voices are heard, and inclusion is the key to our success. We are committed to doing the right thing in our journalism and in every role at NPR. This means that integrity, adherence to our ethical standards, and compliance with legal obligations are fundamental responsibilities for every employee at NPR.
Millions of people depend on Morning Edition and Up First to bring them the news they need to start their day. NPR is looking for an Executive Producer to lead these two marquee shows. The ideal candidate prides themselves on journalistic excellence, collaborative leadership, creative storytelling across platforms and an insatiable appetite for news.
Each daily broadcast and podcast is a unique curation of stories from NPR reporters and correspondents based throughout the United States and the world. The hosts interview newsmakers and contribute their own deep reporting. You will lead a talented team of journalists creating unique and unforgettable stories that will serve audiences both live and on demand.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Establish and execute editorial vision that will grow cross-platform audiences for Morning Edition and Up First.
Coach and provide guidance on content and format. Inspire staff to produce consistently compelling programming across platforms.
Foster and grow a diverse team, prioritizing inclusivity and the representation of multiple perspectives.
Ensure that all material published meets NPR standards and practices, including standards of fairness, completeness, independence and impartiality.
Oversee staff schedules, performance management, diversity goals and budget.
Supervise at least 10 direct reports, including preparing their regular performance reviews, and making effective recommendations regarding any hiring, promotion and discipline for these positions.
The above duties and responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be assigned, and this job description can be modified at any time.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 10 years national journalism experience, in roles of increasing responsibility, including 5 years experience as a senior manager.
Demonstrable news judgment; specifically, the ability to identify significant stories quickly, gather stakeholders, define strands of coverage across successive news cycles and help lead an evolving process.
Proven ability to focus collaborative efforts on the achievement of agreed outcomes within finite timeframes and budgets.
Well-developed interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively as part of a diverse team in a high stress environment.
Flexibility, creativity and eagerness to innovate and embrace change.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience leading a daily national broadcast.
Control room familiarity in live daily news production.
Experience working on video platforms.
Experience innovating execution and delivery of broadcast content for digital audiences live and on demand.
Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously.
Understanding of the public media ecosystem in the United States.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTMinimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent in work experience.
WORK LOCATIONOn-site: This is an on-site role based in
Washington, DC .
JOB TYPEThis is a full time, exempt position.
COMPENSATIONSalary Range: The U.S. based anticipated salary range for this opportunity is $187,000-$220,000 annually, plus benefits. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum salaries NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.
Benefits: NPR offers access to comprehensive benefits for employees and dependents. Regular, full-time employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible to enroll in NPR’s benefits options. Benefits include access to health and wellness, paid time off, and financial well-being. Plan options include medical, dental, vision, life/ accidental death and dismemberment, long-term disability, short-term disability, and voluntary retirement savings to all eligible NPR employees.
Does this sound like you? If so, we want to hear from you.
#LI-Onsite
NPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NPR is committed to being an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse and unique perspectives, all working toward the same goal – to create a more informed public. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, religious belief, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, and reproductive health decisions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, gender non-conforming status, intersex status, sexual stereotypes, nationality, citizenship status, personal appearance, marital status, family status, family responsibilities, military status, veteran status, mental and physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, genetic characteristics of yourself or a family member, political views and affiliation, unemployment status, protective order status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other basis prohibited under applicable law.
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please reach out to employeerelations@npr.org.
#J-18808-Ljbffr