Colorado Public Radio is hiring: Morning Editor in Denver

Overview

Colorado Public Radio (CPR) is seeking an Morning Editor to lead CPR’s newsroom editorially at the start of each day. The Morning Editor will coordinate coverage across teams, assign and edit stories, and guide coverage for digital and on-air platforms. This role ensures homepages and newscasts are current, timely, and reflect the biggest news of the day, then hands off a clear plan to the Daily Team Editor. The Morning Editor edits across platforms, supports special projects and long-term coverage, and collaborates with newsroom teams to maintain CPR’s standards of accuracy, timeliness and impact.

Note: This position is not remote. The role will work from CPR’s downtown Denver newsroom four days a week with one day remote. Schedule is Monday through Friday from 7 am to 3 pm.

About You

You are an editor who leads with collaboration, clarity, and care for colleagues. You bring strong news judgment and a commitment to serving audiences in a multimedia, digital-first environment. You stay steady under pressure, making timely editorial decisions while keeping the team focused and supported during breaking news. You have strong editing and writing skills for both broadcast and digital, and you enjoy coaching reporters at all levels. You are organized, transparent in your communication, and proactive in keeping colleagues across the newsroom informed. You are curious, adaptable, and approach challenges with openness and a commitment to growth. You value inclusivity, seek diverse perspectives, and believe CPR’s journalism should reflect the communities we serve.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience editing and producing audio and digital news with the ability to write and edit clearly for both broadcast and digital platforms.
• Strong editorial judgment and a thorough understanding of journalistic ethics.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate with others to deliver timely news in a daily news environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including clear, follow-through that keeps teams informed and aligned.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced daily news environment.
• Experience with content management systems and newsroom production tools (audio editing software such as Adobe Audition and automation platforms such as Pardot).

Education Equivalency

• A fully relatable bachelor’s or master’s degree may replace some of the required years of experience needed to qualify for the position, but is not required for the role.

Even if you don’t meet every qualification listed, CPR welcomes candidates who can bring unique skills, perspectives, and experiences. CPR is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, equitable and authentic workplace, and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Position Information

• Position Type: Full-time
• Hiring Range: Grade 18 - $64,200 - $85,500
• Structure Title: Associate Editor, Morning
• Starting Pay: based on experience

Application Requirements: Click here to apply. Please upload a resume (preferably in PDF format) and answer the application questions. If selected, you may be asked to complete a short editing exercise.
Application deadline: This position was posted on September 18th. While postings may stay open for 30 days, the posting may close earlier if a strong candidate pool is identified.

EEO Notice: Colorado Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diverse applicant pool. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

Benefits

CPR offers a comprehensive benefits package including employer-paid health, dental, life, and disability coverage for the employee, generous paid time off and holidays, retirement plan options, vision, flexible schedules, and development opportunities in a casual workplace.