Senior Editor
 WFAE - FM 90.7 | |
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 Jun 01, 2026 | |
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About WFAE Position Overview The Senior Editor does not just manage copy and audio; they are a mentor who works closely with reporters to develop their ideas, elevate their storytelling, and grow their professional skills. Key Responsibilities Editorial Leadership & Copy Editing: Partner with the Executive Editor and Digital Director to manage and distribute daily editing duties for WFAE's broadcast station, website, social media platforms, and newsletters. Content Planning: Produce a daily rundown of news stories for WFAE and news partners; help develop and maintain a weekly master plan of station content. Team Management & Coaching: Share supervisory responsibility for reporters, newscasters, digital producers, and hosts, providing constructive feedback to elevate their work. Project Management: Direct and shape long-form features, investigative pieces, and special series, particularly around major events like elections. Cross-Trained Broadcast Support: Regularly cross-train and fill in for vital broadcast operations. This includes occasionally hosting Morning Edition or All Things Considered, producing broadcast spots, and training to guest-host Charlotte Talks or join the Friday news roundup rotation. Collaborative Partnerships: Coordinate with regional public media partners (including other North Carolina public radio stations) to share coverage and coordinate major news events. Cross-Departmental Communication: Maintain seamless internal communication across distributed, hybrid teams (producers, hosts, and digital creators) to keep the newsroom in sync. Administrative Management: Handle routine administrative duties for direct reports, including time-off tracking, payroll approvals, holiday scheduling, and annual performance evaluations. Desired Skills & Qualifications People Management: Proven ability to lead, manage, and coach creative professionals, with a genuine desire to develop reporter talent. Project Leadership: Experience guiding long-term, complex multimedia journalism projects from conception to completion. Technical Adaptability: Experience with (or a strong willingness to learn) audio editing software (e.g., Adobe Audition, Hindenburg, Audacity). Digital Literacy: A solid understanding of digital media workflows and social media analytics to help guide audience development. Forward-Thinking Mindset: A willingness to ethically experiment with emerging technologies, including AI, to streamline newsroom workflows. Broadcast Experience (Preferred): Prior experience in a live broadcast environment is a plus. What We'd Like to See (Application Requirements) A comprehensive resume detailing your editorial and leadership experience. Examples of your writing and news coverage. About WFAE Position Overview The Senior Editor does not just manage copy and audio; they are a mentor who works closely with reporters to develop their ideas, elevate their storytelling, and grow their professional skills. Key Responsibilities Editorial Leadership & Copy Editing: Partner with the Executive Editor and Digital Director to manage and distribute daily editing duties for WFAE's broadcast station, website, social media platforms, and newsletters. Content Planning: Produce a daily rundown of news stories for WFAE and news partners; help develop and maintain a weekly master plan of station content. Team Management & Coaching: Share supervisory responsibility for reporters, newscasters, digital producers, and hosts, providing constructive feedback to elevate their work. Project Management: Direct and shape long-form features, investigative pieces, and special series, particularly around major events like elections. Cross-Trained Broadcast Support: Regularly cross-train and fill in for vital broadcast operations. This includes occasionally hosting Morning Edition or All Things Considered, producing broadcast spots, and training to guest-host Charlotte Talks or join the Friday news roundup rotation. Collaborative Partnerships: Coordinate with regional public media partners (including other North Carolina public radio stations) to share coverage and coordinate major news events. Cross-Departmental Communication: Maintain seamless internal communication across distributed, hybrid teams (producers, hosts, and digital creators) to keep the newsroom in sync. Administrative Management: Handle routine administrative duties for direct reports, including time-off tracking, payroll approvals, holiday scheduling, and annual performance evaluations. Desired Skills & Qualifications People Management: Proven ability to lead, manage, and coach creative professionals, with a genuine desire to develop reporter talent. Project Leadership: Experience guiding long-term, complex multimedia journalism projects from conception to completion. Technical Adaptability: Experience with (or a strong willingness to learn) audio editing software (e.g., Adobe Audition, Hindenburg, Audacity). Digital Literacy: A solid understanding of digital media workflows and social media analytics to help guide audience development. Forward-Thinking Mindset: A willingness to ethically experiment with emerging technologies, including AI, to streamline newsroom workflows. Broadcast Experience (Preferred): Prior experience in a live broadcast environment is a plus. What We'd Like to See (Application Requirements) A comprehensive resume detailing your editorial and leadership experience. 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