Assistant News Director

LocationAshland, Oregon

SetupOn-site

LevelEntry

Posted4w ago

Apply by2026-12-31

Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

JPR Foundation Inc, Jefferson Public Radio is seeking an Assistant News Director in Ashland, Oregon to help build a newsroom that's reimagining local public media for the digital age, with a focus on editing, coaching, and journalism.

Role: Assistant News Director
Organization: JPR Foundation Inc, Jefferson Public Radio
Location: Ashland, Oregon
Work setup: On-site
Level: Entry
Category: Communications & Marketing
Apply by: 2026-12-31

The role

Help build a newsroom that's reimagining local public media for the digital age, focusing on ambitious reporting, digital storytelling and continuous learning.

What you'll do

Edit, coach, and lead coverage in the newsroom
Coordinate breaking news
Strengthen digital journalism
Report occasionally
Influence editorial priorities
Develop reporters

What it takes

Experience in journalism
Ability to mentor colleagues
Strong editorial skills
Experience in digital storytelling
Leadership experience
Collaborative team player

What you'll bring

EditingCoachingJournalismDigital StorytellingReportingLeadership

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

Ashland, Oregon

How do I apply?

Please be sure to indicate you saw this position on Globaljobs.org and apply now.

Is the job remote?

No, it is an onsite position.

What are the key qualifications?

Experience in journalism, ability to mentor colleagues, strong editorial skills, experience in digital storytelling, leadership experience, and collaborative team player.

How to apply

Apply directly on JPR Foundation Inc, Jefferson Public Radio's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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