Managing Editor, News

WBEZ-FM 91.5

Managing Editor at Chicago Public Media leading Chicago news coverage and shaping nonprofit journalism's future. Overseeing operations, planning, and editorial strategies in a collaborative environment.

Posted 6/15/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $141,710 - $177,140 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the EIC to implement editorial strategy and standards.
Oversee daily newsroom operations, including coverage planning and cross-desk coordination.
Foster collaboration between newspaper, radio, digital, and visual teams.
Lead newsroom culture and professional development with a focus on inclusion and excellence.
Manage logistics, project timelines, and newsroom-wide initiatives such as special investigations and election coverage.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8–10 years of newsroom experience, including significant leadership and management roles.
Strong editorial judgment and experience in both daily and enterprise journalism.
Deep understanding of local news and public media values; Chicago-area familiarity is preferred.
Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead through influence.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in both storytelling and leadership.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Retirement savings
Commuter benefits

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Soft Skills

leadershipmanagementeditorial judgmentcollaborationinfluencecommitment to diversitycommitment to equitycommitment to inclusion