Senior Manager, Content
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Requirements
- Strong vision and nuanced understanding of evidence-based science and health reporting
- Excellent news judgment
- Flexibility and ability to work collaboratively with reporters and editors
- Ability to support staff to be forward-thinking and relevant to audiences
- Ability to work with a minimum of supervision, even in complicated situations
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills
- Ability to cultivate and promote diversity
- Familiarity with NPR's editorial standards and ethics guidelines
Responsibilities
- Oversee multiplatform coverage by a group of reporters and editors, with a specific emphasis on consumer health team
- Partner with other Science Desk editors, NPR shows, Newscast, and digital editors to coordinate breaking news and consumer health coverage
- Generate story ideas, review pitches, and edit coverage
- Develop creative storytelling approaches and sources
- Determine the best platform for the network's news and consumer health coverage
- Collaborate with desk deputies and Chief Science Editor to set coverage priorities for beats and themes
- Advocate on behalf of the Science Desk
- Maintain highest-quality broadcast, text, and multimedia standards
- Effectively coach reporting and production staff
- Anticipate and respond to programming needs, breaking news, and in-depth features
- Cultivate and promote diversity
Skills
NPR
Public radio providing news and storytelling
About NPR
NPR provides news and storytelling that connects with millions of people across the United States through various platforms, including radio, online, and live events. Its reporting is supported by a nationwide network of skilled journalists and international bureaus, ensuring comprehensive coverage of current events and cultural topics. Unlike many other news organizations, NPR is known for its commitment to unbiased reporting and in-depth analysis, which helps listeners gain a better understanding of the world around them. The goal of NPR is to foster a more informed public by offering insightful news and cultural content that enriches the lives of its audience.
None, NoneHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
$21.4MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, EntertainmentIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Remote Work Options
Hybrid Work Options
Risks
Declining radio listenership may impact NPR's traditional revenue streams.
Increased competition from digital-native outlets challenges NPR's listener base growth.
Financial pressures from reduced funding or donations could affect NPR's operations.
Differentiation
NPR's rigorous reporting and storytelling connect with millions daily across various platforms.
NPR has a nationwide network of award-winning journalists and 17 international bureaus.
NPR's mission focuses on creating an informed public through diverse and unbiased content.
Upsides
Increased interest in podcasts is driving growth in the media industry.
Smart speakers create new opportunities for NPR's audio content distribution.
NPR's focus on diversity aligns with industry trends and audience expectations.
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