Director of News and Public Affairs

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and nine (9) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including five (5) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Job Profile Summary:
• Develops and executes complex media engagement programs and outreach activities to actively engage with media outlets, secure impactful coverage, and promote the university's stories, achievements, and expertise.
• Job Description:
• Key priorities include growing digital news audiences, working with the Senior Director of Content to develop platform-specific content strategies, as well as collaboration and innovation across broadcast and digital platforms.
• Ideal Candidate
• *Please provide a resume, cover letter, and samples of work (reels, portfolio, writing samples, etc.)
• Position Salary Range:
• $80,000 - $110,000; DOE
• Essential Duties:
• Editorial Leadership & Strategy
• Partner with the Senior Director of Content to define, implement, and maintain a strong editorial vision aligned with Arizona PBS' mission and strategic priorities.
• Plan, direct, and evaluate department activities and operations to ensure achievement of organizational goals and objectives.
• Oversee content creation and curation to ensure stories are impactful, audience-focused, and aligned with public media values.
• Lead development of new public affairs programs, specials, and initiatives across broadcast and digital platforms.
• Identify opportunities to expand Arizona PBS' reach through emerging technologies, digital storytelling, and multimedia content strategies.
• Develop long-term editorial strategies that strengthen community engagement, audience growth, and public service journalism.
• Newsroom Management
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the newsroom.
• Direct daily news coverage and lead planning for major news events, elections, breaking news coverage, and special programming.
• Determine staffing, equipment, materials, and facility needs required for successful production execution.
• Create and manage production schedules to ensure timely delivery of content.
• Resolve operational challenges and implement improvements to increase departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
• Team Leadership & Development
• Inspire, mentor, and supervise reporters, producers, editors, hosts, and student interns.
• Set clear performance expectations and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, creativity, and journalistic excellence.
• Provide coaching and professional development opportunities for emerging journalists and staff.
• Build a newsroom culture that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning.
• Production & Editorial Oversight
• Conduct research and interviews for major programs and special projects.
• Write and review scripts for public affairs programming and special productions.
• Ensure all content meets Arizona PBS standards for journalistic ethics, accuracy, fairness, and quality.
• Coordinate talent and guest appearances and secure necessary contracts, releases, and copyright clearances.
• Consult with station leadership and legal counsel regarding legal, editorial, and compliance matters.
• Budgeting & Administration
• Monitor departmental budgets, expendit

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Additional Information

Job Profile: Creative Services Manager 4 Job Family: Creative Services Time Type: Full time Max Pay - Depends on experience: $110,000.00 USD Annual Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

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