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NPR

Editor II, Weekend Edition

Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Mid · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$110k-$113kDetected 1 day ago
LeadershipCollaborationMentoring

About the role

  • A thriving, mission-driven multimedia organization, NPR produces award-winning news, information, and music programming in partnership with hundreds of independent public radio stations across the nation.
  • The NPR audience values information, creativity, curiosity, and social responsibility - and our employees do too.
  • We are innovators and leaders in diverse fields, from journalism and digital media to IT and development.

Responsibilities

  • T eam Collaboration: Productively collaborate with Weekend Edition producers, managers and hosts, as well as colleagues across the newsroom and the broader NPR network.
  • Productively collaborate with Weekend Edition producers, managers and hosts, as well as colleagues across the newsroom and the broader NPR network.
  • NPR is committed to being an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse and unique perspectives, all working toward the same goal - to create a more informed public.

Requirements

  • At least 6 years of experience as an editor, reporter, or producer in a professional newsroom environment.
  • Proven experience covering compelling news-driven stories across a broad range of subject areas (e.g., world news, politics, business, science, sports, arts and culture).
  • Demonstrated ability to write and edit clear, engaging broadcast copy under tight deadline pressures.
  • Proven ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple complex editorial projects simultaneously.
  • Ability and willingness to travel on assignment as required.
  • The above duties and responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills.

Nice to have

  • Professional work experience at an editorial newsmagazine.
  • At least 3 years of professional experience at a national news organization.
  • Deep understanding of the public radio ecosystem and audience engagement strategies.
  • Experience editing or producing multimedia content and digital assets.
  • Experience working alongside broadcast news hosts/talent.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
  • The employee must also reside in Washington, D.C. Metro Area.
  • This is a full-time, exempt position.

Compensation

  • Salary Range: The U.S.-based anticipated salary range for this opportunity is $110,000 - $113,000 plus benefits. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum salaries NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.
  • $110,000 - $113,000 USD

Benefits

  • NPR provides comprehensive benefits for employees and dependents.
  • Regular, full-time employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible to enroll in NPR's benefits options.
  • include access to health and wellness, paid time off, and financial well-being.
  • Plan options include medical, dental, vision, life/ accidental death and dismemberment, long-term disability, short-term disability, and voluntary retirement savings to all eligible NPR employees.
  • If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the

Company info

  • July 27, 2026 at 5pm ET
  • Intro to Position
  • NPR is seeking a skilled and creative journalist to join the editorial staff at Weekend Edition and Up First.
  • Weekends are special.
  • NPR's Weekend Edition digs into the news of the week with a distinctive, thoughtful approach, and also offers probing cultural conversations and pops of whimsy and joy.
  • We are looking for a curious, energetic news editor with broadcast experience who wants to do collaborative work with a supportive, close-knit team.
  • Please note that the regular work schedule for this role includes weekends.
  • This is a union-represented role covered under the terms of a collective bargaining agreement with SAG-AFTRA.
  • This is an NPR editorial role covered under the terms of the NPR Ethics Handbook.
  • All editorial staff are bound by this guidance.
  • Editorial staff is defined as staff members who play a role in shaping the journalistic or creative direction of NPR's content, including events.
  • Application Instructions
  • Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and one story pitches tailored to the Weekend Edition audience (be sure to address why you feel they are a fit for the weekend).

Equal opportunity

  • NPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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