Editor II, Network Desk - Northeast Region
Core
Bridge between local Northeast newsrooms and national NPR programs, curating local reporting and coordinating breaking news coverage.
Role type
Senior regional editor (audio and digital)
Builds
Multiplatform news content (audio, digital, broadcast) for national audiences
Domain
Public media / Journalism (via careerplan.io/jobs/4738873005-editor-ii-network-desk-northeast-region-at-nationalpublicradioinc)
Required skills
Line editing, fact-checking, breaking news coordination, enterprise journalism, audio structuring, digital news writing, freelancer management, regional trend analysis
Preferred skills
Public media system experience, Northeast regional knowledge, bilingual/multilingual fluency
Technologies
Audio editing tools, digital content management systems, Slack, AirTable
Responsibilities
Coordinate coverage with regional hubs and member stations; Edit and fact-check multiplatform content; Lead breaking news response; Maintain communication with national news magazines; Plan editorial calendars and spot trends; Mentor station reporters; Manage freelancer agreements and payments
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC