News Director
Quick answer
KUNC is hiring a senior News Director (Fort Collins, CO) with a salary range of $100,000-$120,000 to lead a highly respected public media newsroom.
- Role
- News Director
- Organization
- KUNC
- Location
- Greeley/Fort Collins, CO
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $100,000-$120,000, commensurate with experience
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
KUNC is seeking an experienced and collaborative News Director to guide a highly respected public media newsroom through an exciting period of focus, innovation, and audience growth.
What you'll do
- Lead KUNC’s 12-person newsroom in daily news operations
- Develop editorial routines and implement planning systems
- Set editorial priorities for local and regional coverage
- Ensure KUNC’s journalism reflects the communities it serves
- Analyze and value strategic partnerships
- Actively use audience data, KPIs, platform performance, and community feedback
What it takes
- At least six years of journalism or content leadership experience
- At least three years of direct people-management experience
- Demonstrated experience leading, editing, and coaching high-quality audio journalism
- At least one year of developing and/or being directly responsible for a budget
- Demonstrated experience setting and using KPIs for newsroom performance
- Experience successfully managing staff through organizational transition
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health insurance, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, professional development, and hybrid work options
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
Greeley/Fort Collins, CO
What is the compensation range?
$100,000-$120,000, commensurate with experience
What are the key qualifications required?
At least six years of journalism or content leadership experience, at least three years of direct people-management experience, and demonstrated experience leading, editing, and coaching high-quality audio journalism.
How do I apply for this job?
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How to apply
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