Wake Forest University is seeking a News Director for WFDD Public Radio in Winston-Salem, NC. The role involves leading the newsroom, setting editorial agendas, and ensuring timely and impactful reporting across platforms
Job Summary
The News Director leads WFDD Public Radio's local newsroom and sets the editorial agenda for daily news coverage across broadcast and digital platforms.
This role ensures WFDD delivers timely, original reporting that reflects what is happening in our community right now while maintaining the depth, accuracy, and public service mission of public media journalism.
The News Director plays a key role in shaping coverage for the station's morning broadcast while maintaining a newsroom culture focused on urgency, collaboration, and strong reporting.
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Wake Forest University is seeking a News Director for WFDD Public Radio in Winston-Salem, NC. The role involves leading the newsroom, setting editorial agendas, and ensuring timely and impactful reporting across platforms.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
editorial agenda
daily news coverage
broadcast and digital platforms
timely, original reporting
morning broadcast coverage
newsroom editorial workflow
coaching reporters
Nice-to-have
audience insights
digital analytics
listener feedback
multimedia storytelling
strong and diverse newsroom
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
At least five years of professional experience in a newsroom
Demonstrated news judgment
Experience assigning, editing, and developing stories