News and Public Relations Writer/Editor

Nashville Public Radio; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Nashville Public Radio is looking for a News and Public Relations Writer/Editor in Lincoln, Nebraska. This role involves supporting the university's strategic communication efforts and requires a bachelor's degree in a related field alongside two years of professional experience.

The successful candidate will provide editorial expertise to enhance the university's reputation and engage stakeholders. Strong news judgment and collaboration skills are essential in this fast-paced environment.

The posted salary is $60,000 per year minimum, with a commitment to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years professional experience in a newsroom, agency or for an organization conducting public relations and communications.
• Ability to identify and seek sources for news stories.
• Knowledge of Associated Press style required.
• Experience in new media and social networking technologies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the university’s strategic communication efforts.
• Contribute to the creation and dissemination of news and information.
• Provide continuity for day-to-day newsroom operations.

Skills

News judgment

Collaboration skills

Editorial expertise

Communication strategy development

Experience with AP style

New media and social networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, English or related field

Job description

Working Title

News and Public Relations Writer/Editor

Department

Office of University Communication-0852

Description Of Work

Reporting to the senior director of strategic communications, this position serves as a primary editorial partner for the university’s news and strategic communications operation.

This role supports the university’s strategic communication efforts by contributing advanced editorial expertise to the creation, coordination, and dissemination of news and information that enhances the institution’s reputation, engages key stakeholders, and aligns with university goals.

Working closely with the senior director of strategic communications, this position provides continuity for day-to-day newsroom operations and exercises delegated editorial authority in support of established priorities. The role requires exceptional news judgment, strong collaboration skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced newsroom environment.

Do please include 3-5 examples of authored stories or link to online portfolio with application.

As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, English or related field plus two years professional experience in a newsroom, agency or for an organization conducting public relations and communications.
• Ability to identify and seek sources for news stories necessary.
• Ability to develop communication strategy and management functions essential.
• Must have knowledge of and experience using Associated Press style.
• Experience in converging new technologies in news delivery such as new media and social networking technologies helpful necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years experience working for a news organization desirable.

Posted Salary

$60,000/yr minimum