Sr. Editor - Investigations, MPR News
American Public Media Group, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
Overview
The Senior Editor, Investigations, will be a leader in our nationally renowned investigative, podcast, and documentary journalism unit, APM Reports, and the award-winning newsroom at MPR News. The ideal candidate will shape stories across channels including digital long-reads, data visualizations, social media and video, and work collaboratively with leaders and teams from other departments and other news organizations. The Senior Editor will work on future seasons of our hit podcast Sold a Story and another investigative podcast in development, as well as collaborations with MPR News and other public media organizations. There may be opportunities to act as a player/coach with the teams they lead.
This position sits in the collective bargaining agreement between MPR and SAG-AFTRA (“SAG-AFTRA”).
Compensation and Location Expected Compensation Range:
$90,000 - $108,000 USD annualized. Exact rate determined by experience and education, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity.
Work Location:
Hybrid - St. Paul, MN
Application Application Process:
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Application Deadline:
Until filled.
Position Responsibilities
Guide and refine investigative projects across a variety of channels — podcasts, radio, digital, social and video
Train and mentor journalists in investigative techniques, storytelling, writing and audio production
Demonstrate expertise in the technology, tools and processes necessary to produce superior investigative and documentary journalism on all channels, including but not limited to podcasts, radio, websites, newsletters, social media, video, and other evolving products
Serve as a player/coach on investigative projects
Manage relationships with internal and external news partners
Foster a creative and productive teamwork environment
Other duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
5 years editing or equivalent experience, including guiding content and workflows of others
Minimum of 5 years reporting experience
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to foster exceptional standards while coaching, inspiring and leading
Experience developing longform audio and investigative projects
Experience planning investigations and managing/training others for exceptional performance
Strong editing skills: vetting pitches, leading teams through reporting challenges, structuring narrative arcs, copy editing
Fluency with audio editing platforms, spreadsheets and collaboration tools (e.g. Slack, SharePoint, Dropbox, Google Docs)
Ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent coaching, communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to an inclusive and equitable workplace
Commitment to accountability journalism in the public interest
Understanding of quality management and continuous improvement
Knowledge of the law and its application to journalism, including experience navigating public records requests
Ability to work across a range of skills and in a flexible manner aligned with APMG’s mission, values and professional standards
Preferred Skills and Experience
Track records of excellence in longform print journalism, video, data and/or photography
Experience with legal review, fact checking and ensuring accuracy of every element (crossfades, music cues, etc.)
Experience advancing organizational equity and inclusion efforts
Language skills such as proficiency in Spanish, Hmong, Somali or another language used by a large number of people in the U.S. or Minnesota
Reporting Reporting to this Position:
None
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to manage some work outside of standard office hours as needed
Physical Demands:
Move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods
Move about in the community
Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping
Ability to use and carry up to 10 pounds of photo/video/audio gear
Working Conditions:
Moderate noise level
On assignment out in public/community as required
Benefits and Equal Opportunity APMG offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical plans with HSA and FSA options, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave and Paid Caregiver Leave after 1 year, Vacation, Sick time, Holiday Pay, Volunteer Time, Long-Term Care and Critical Illness insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan, and more.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer
APMG and partners reserve the right to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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The Senior Editor, Investigations, will be a leader in our nationally renowned investigative, podcast, and documentary journalism unit, APM Reports, and the award-winning newsroom at MPR News. The ideal candidate will shape stories across channels including digital long-reads, data visualizations, social media and video, and work collaboratively with leaders and teams from other departments and other news organizations. The Senior Editor will work on future seasons of our hit podcast Sold a Story and another investigative podcast in development, as well as collaborations with MPR News and other public media organizations. There may be opportunities to act as a player/coach with the teams they lead.
This position sits in the collective bargaining agreement between MPR and SAG-AFTRA (“SAG-AFTRA”).
Compensation and Location Expected Compensation Range:
$90,000 - $108,000 USD annualized. Exact rate determined by experience and education, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity.
Work Location:
Hybrid - St. Paul, MN
Application Application Process:
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Application Deadline:
Until filled.
Position Responsibilities
Guide and refine investigative projects across a variety of channels — podcasts, radio, digital, social and video
Train and mentor journalists in investigative techniques, storytelling, writing and audio production
Demonstrate expertise in the technology, tools and processes necessary to produce superior investigative and documentary journalism on all channels, including but not limited to podcasts, radio, websites, newsletters, social media, video, and other evolving products
Serve as a player/coach on investigative projects
Manage relationships with internal and external news partners
Foster a creative and productive teamwork environment
Other duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
5 years editing or equivalent experience, including guiding content and workflows of others
Minimum of 5 years reporting experience
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to foster exceptional standards while coaching, inspiring and leading
Experience developing longform audio and investigative projects
Experience planning investigations and managing/training others for exceptional performance
Strong editing skills: vetting pitches, leading teams through reporting challenges, structuring narrative arcs, copy editing
Fluency with audio editing platforms, spreadsheets and collaboration tools (e.g. Slack, SharePoint, Dropbox, Google Docs)
Ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent coaching, communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to an inclusive and equitable workplace
Commitment to accountability journalism in the public interest
Understanding of quality management and continuous improvement
Knowledge of the law and its application to journalism, including experience navigating public records requests
Ability to work across a range of skills and in a flexible manner aligned with APMG’s mission, values and professional standards
Preferred Skills and Experience
Track records of excellence in longform print journalism, video, data and/or photography
Experience with legal review, fact checking and ensuring accuracy of every element (crossfades, music cues, etc.)
Experience advancing organizational equity and inclusion efforts
Language skills such as proficiency in Spanish, Hmong, Somali or another language used by a large number of people in the U.S. or Minnesota
Reporting Reporting to this Position:
None
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to manage some work outside of standard office hours as needed
Physical Demands:
Move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods
Move about in the community
Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping
Ability to use and carry up to 10 pounds of photo/video/audio gear
Working Conditions:
Moderate noise level
On assignment out in public/community as required
Benefits and Equal Opportunity APMG offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical plans with HSA and FSA options, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave and Paid Caregiver Leave after 1 year, Vacation, Sick time, Holiday Pay, Volunteer Time, Long-Term Care and Critical Illness insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan, and more.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer
APMG and partners reserve the right to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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