Assistant News Director

About the Role

Assistant News Director

Reports To: VP, News

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

Position Type: Full Time, Exempt

Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 Annually

Why Cincinnati Public Radio?

Cincinnati Public Radio has been a trusted member of the Greater Cincinnati community for more than 60 years. Join an award-winning team that works to build trust and make a difference in the lives of listeners and non-listeners alike, creating a community that is informed, involved, and inspired.

About Your Role

Cincinnati Public Radio is seeking an Assistant News Director who will serve as the afternoon lead in the news department.  The Assistant News Director will work closely with the VP of News to develop and carry out news strategy and planning.  Will also work closely with VP of Digital strategy and audience growth and will use these tools in daily digital editing.  Will serve as back up News Director in News Director’s absence. 

As Assistant News Director, you will play a central role in shaping Cincinnati Public Radio’s daily news coverage across  broadcast digital platforms. This is a hands-on position responsible for guiding editorial decisions, making assignments, supporting reporters, and ensuring content meets the highest standards of accuracy, clarity, and impact.

What You'll Do

• Edit and coordination of assignments from reporters especially in the afternoon, with occasional evening and weekend editing, as needed

• Provide support and guidance for reporters, and assist with onboarding new hires

• Create and maintain style guides

• Serve as news director in their absence

• Original reporting, as time allows     

• Handle WVXU submissions for awards

• On call during breaking news events

• Update the WVXU website throughout the day, also, edit reporters' stories for the web or assign others to do so.

• Collaborate with newsroom staff to adapt stories for web using best practices

• Training and assisting newsroom staff on best practices, as needed 

• Work with newsroom staff to adapt and create original content for the web

• Prepare The Daily View newsletter for weekday distribution

• Take on other projects and duties as assigned

What You'll Need to Get the Job Done

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Experience as a reporter or editor, management experience a bonus

• Knowledge of SEO, digital media, social media, and other similar tools for digital-first writing

• Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple tasks and priorities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail

• Effective communication skills and an interest in working collaboratively to support staff and other departments through the organization

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a diverse and creative team

• Understanding of Cincinnati Public Radio’s programming and belief in Cincinnati Public Radio’s mission and vision

Work Environment

• The essential functions of this position can be performed in a seated position

• Duties require frequent use of a computer and other office equipment

• The ability to occasionally move within the office

• A reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license, to occasionally travel to and visit sources for news stories

What Will Make Us Really Love You

• Experience in a newsroom

• Experience in broadcast media

• Experience in public media

• Experience with Google Analytics or other similar tools

• Experience with managing people

What You'll Love About Us

Compensation and Benefits

• Retirement: 403(b) plan with employer matching after one year of employment

• Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with approximately 75% of the premiums paid by us

• Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance: Group policies 100% paid by us

• Paid Time Off: 15 days per year

• Sick Time Off: 8 days per year

• Holiday: 11 days per year

• Parental Leave: Paid leave for all new parents

• Work Environment: Work in our newly constructed headquarters

• Hybrid Environment: Ability to work remotely up to two days per week

More About Us

Cincinnati Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment background screening and reference check.

Submit resume, cover letter, and work samples at https://www.cinradio.org/jobs/. Applications are reviewed immediately and accepted until the position is filled.

Pay Range: $70,000 - $75,000 per year