Contributing Editor Public Radio

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Collaborative journalism efforts
Editorial planning and coordination
Strong editing skills
The Contributing Editor will play a key leadership role in advancing collaborative journalism efforts between KUAR, KASU, and KUAF, strengthening statewide coverage

Job Summary

  • The Contributing Editor will play a key leadership role in advancing collaborative journalism efforts between KUAR, KASU, and KUAF, strengthening statewide coverage.
  • This position requires strong editing skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to public-service journalism that reflects the diverse communities across Arkansas.
  • The role involves producing original journalism, leading special projects, mentoring reporters, and representing the collaborative newsroom at community events.

Matching Summary

The Contributing Editor will play a key leadership role in advancing collaborative journalism efforts between KUAR, KASU, and KUAF, strengthening statewide coverage.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits Eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Collaborative journalism efforts
  • Editorial planning and coordination
  • Strong editing skills
  • Public service journalism
  • Audio editing software proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in public radio
  • Familiarity with NPR standards
  • Long-form audio production
  • Community engagement events
  • Mentoring early-career reporters

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, English, or related field
  • At least two (2) years of experience as a reporter, editor, or producer
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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