Contributing Editor Public Radio

uapd.uark.edu

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
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Collaborative journalism
Editorial planning
Newsroom priorities
** The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Contributing Editor for its public radio stations, focusing on collaborative journalism efforts across three locations. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field and at least two years of experience in a newsroom environment, with a strong commitment to public service journalism. **

Job Summary

  • The Contributing Editor will play a key leadership role in advancing collaborative journalism efforts between KUAR, KASU, and KUAF.
  • This position is designed to strengthen statewide coverage by coordinating editorial planning, supporting reporters across all three stations, and producing high-quality daily, weekly, and special content.
  • The Contributing Editor will participate in podcasts, town halls, and community engagement events, representing the collaborative newsroom to listeners, stakeholders, and partner organizations.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Contributing Editor for its public radio stations, focusing on collaborative journalism efforts across three locations. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field and at least two years of experience in a newsroom environment, with a strong commitment to public service journalism. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • collaborative journalism
  • editorial planning
  • newsroom priorities
  • public-service journalism
  • strong editing skills

Nice-to-have

  • public radio experience
  • NPR-affiliated station
  • multi-newsroom partnerships
  • AP style and NPR standards
  • long-form audio production
  • community engagement events

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

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