Overnight Live Broadcast Lead Editor

RadioJobs; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

NPR in Washington, DC is seeking an Overnight and Live Broadcast Supervising Editor for Morning Edition and Up First. You will lead a production team to ensure the live radio show airs on time and the Up First podcast is published promptly.

We value resilience, strong news judgment, and excellent writing skills, with a willingness to work overnights and coordinate breaking coverage across platforms.

Qualifications

• Resilient journalist with strong news judgment.
• Excellent writing skills and ability to produce clear, engaging copy.

Responsibilities

• Overnight and live broadcast supervision for Morning Edition and Up First.
• Manage a production team to get the live radio show to air and the Up First podcast to publication.

Skills

News judgment

Writing

Job description

NPR in Washington, DC is seeking an Overnight and Live Broadcast Supervising Editor for Morning Edition and Up First. You will lead a production team to ensure the live radio show airs on time and the Up First podcast is published promptly.

We value resilience, strong news judgment, and excellent writing skills, with a willingness to work overnights and coordinate breaking coverage across platforms.