The Editor, On Call is responsible for news content across all channels, as requested to work by the Deputy Managing Producer. As a crucial team leader, you assign and coordinate daily and breaking news coverage, edit stories for newscasts, as well as lead audio, video, and social content production. Duties include working with the news team, upholding exceptional journalism standards and providing mentoring/guidance as applicable. The position may include evening, weekends, and/or holidays for general news coverage, as well as support for special projects. You will be trained on MPR News systems and technologies, including digital channel production.
Expected Compensation Range $39.42 - $47.30 hourly. Exact rate determined by experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity.
Work Location On-Site - St. Paul, MN
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
Lead reporters, digital editors and newscasters on assigned schedule
Assign and edit news stories, guide daily coverage across channels (audio, video, digital, social)
Edit newscast material and longer audio features
Write and produce breaking news stories and create content for audio and digital platforms as needed
Assist editing staff on daily and long-term special projects as scheduled
Duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education or work experience
2 years of experience in editing or equivalent experience; 5 or more years of experience in journalism
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Experience in maintaining high journalistic standards, such as AP style, accuracy and fairness, under deadline pressure
Track record of strong decision‑making and independent work
Superior organizational and communication skills
Knowledge of broadcast and digital news production
Ability to assign and manage coverage of challenging news events
Strong interest in engagement tools to increase audience reach
Willingness to contribute to and participate in fostering a culture of equity and inclusion in support of company goals
Preferred Skills and Experience
Ability to use non‑traditional approaches and other audience engagement tools/methods
Ability to identify and develop opportunities for news sources and contacts
Understands the process of distribution of content on all channels
Data journalism training
Knowledge of Spanish, Hmong, Somali, or another language used by large populations of Minnesotans
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
Move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods of time
Move about in the community
Frequent use of hands for data entry, keystrokes and simple grasping
Moderate noise level
Benefits 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 (3 wks./per year, pro‑rated, based on hours worked), Sick time (12 days, pro‑rated, based on hours worked), Holiday Pay (10 holidays + 2 floating holidays each year), Volunteer Time (8 hours per year), Long‑Term Care and Critical Illness insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan, and more.
Equal Opportunity 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.
This employer is required 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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Expected Compensation Range $39.42 - $47.30 hourly. Exact rate determined by experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity.
Work Location On-Site - St. Paul, MN
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
Lead reporters, digital editors and newscasters on assigned schedule
Assign and edit news stories, guide daily coverage across channels (audio, video, digital, social)
Edit newscast material and longer audio features
Write and produce breaking news stories and create content for audio and digital platforms as needed
Assist editing staff on daily and long-term special projects as scheduled
Duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education or work experience
2 years of experience in editing or equivalent experience; 5 or more years of experience in journalism
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Experience in maintaining high journalistic standards, such as AP style, accuracy and fairness, under deadline pressure
Track record of strong decision‑making and independent work
Superior organizational and communication skills
Knowledge of broadcast and digital news production
Ability to assign and manage coverage of challenging news events
Strong interest in engagement tools to increase audience reach
Willingness to contribute to and participate in fostering a culture of equity and inclusion in support of company goals
Preferred Skills and Experience
Ability to use non‑traditional approaches and other audience engagement tools/methods
Ability to identify and develop opportunities for news sources and contacts
Understands the process of distribution of content on all channels
Data journalism training
Knowledge of Spanish, Hmong, Somali, or another language used by large populations of Minnesotans
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
Move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods of time
Move about in the community
Frequent use of hands for data entry, keystrokes and simple grasping
Moderate noise level
Benefits 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 (3 wks./per year, pro‑rated, based on hours worked), Sick time (12 days, pro‑rated, based on hours worked), Holiday Pay (10 holidays + 2 floating holidays each year), Volunteer Time (8 hours per year), Long‑Term Care and Critical Illness insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan, and more.
Equal Opportunity 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.
This employer is required 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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr