Reporting to the Vice President of Programming Operations, the Newsroom Manager oversees day to day logistical operations of the EMF newsroom. This would include ensuring that day to day shifts are covered, newsroom equipment needs are maintained, provide direction to newsroom staff on local news breakaways as needed. During times of national crisis, the Newsroom Manager would assign anchor talent to deliver network branded newscasts. Additionally, this role requires consistent collaboration with EMF’s Public Affairs Content Manager, News Feature & Digital Content Manager and Manager of Traffic & Board Operations in performing various duties, some of which are outlined below.

Here's some of what you will be doing:

• Responsible to ensure day to day scheduling of Newsroom participation.
• Assist the VP of Programming Operations with planning and implementation for Newsroom, with a focus on goals, timelines, budgets, communication, results tracking, and celebration.
• Formulate and organize training for new hires.
• Perform and provide direction on needed local news breakaways as needed and perform air checking reviews for existing anchors of their local news breakaways once completed.
• Fulfill all ADP approval requirements for News Team Members.
• Communicate with VP of Programming Operations on Newsroom equipment needs.
• Provide insight to VP of Programming Operations on staffing working relationships and issues as needed.
• Keep consistent communication with News Feature & Digital Content Manager in regards to team members participation in providing content for digital news platforms.
• Keep consistent communication with Manager of Traffic & Board Operations in the areas of hiring, training, and performance of dual role (Newsroom & Master Control) teammates.
• As needed work in coordination with the Public Affairs Content Manager (PACM), to help schedule local and network public affair segments to prepare for broadcast.

Here's some experience we are seeking: 

• Bachelors’ Degree, or combination of education/training with relevant experience.
• 3-5 years in leadership role plus related experience in the broadcast & digital news industry and/or training; or equivalent combination and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to creatively write and deliver on-air self-generated copy for public affairs programming and news segments.
• Demonstrated ability to keep pace with flexible newsroom environment.
• Strong computer and desktop audio editing skills.
• A collaborative and flexible style, with strong service mentality. Need to be a team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop sincere business/ministry relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

What can we offer you?

• Industry leading Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Short/long term disability and life insurance
• Robust 401K with company match
• Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay
• Generous PTO, holiday and sick pay
• Unique company culture that includes exclusive access to concerts, movie premieres, media industry events, and more
• Leadership and Career Development Programs including free access to LinkedIn Learning platform

Why work for Educational Media Foundation, K-LOVE/Air1?

Educational Media Foundation (EMF) is a nonprofit, multi-platform media company on a mission to draw people closer to Christ. Founded in 1982 in Santa Rosa, CA, with a single radio station, EMF today owns and operates the nation's two largest Christian music radio networks (K-LOVE and Air1) with over 1,000 broadcast signals across all 50 states and beyond, streaming audio reaching around the world, and a growing family of media ministries including podcasts, books, films, concerts, and events. EMF employs nearly 500 team members between its offices in Nashville, TN, Rocklin, CA, and field locations around the country. You can view our mission and values here Mission, Beliefs & Values. 

“As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMF makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate reasons. The Company is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and the promotion of equal employment opportunities regardless of protected class, characteristic or status.  However, EMF is also a religious non-profit organization where all team members contribute to the Company’s mission of encouraging our audiences “to have a meaningful relationship with Christ.” Therefore, pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), EMF has the right to hire only candidates who agree with the Company’s Statement of Faith.  Also, as a religious non-profit organization, the Company is not governed by the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act.”