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Digital Managing Editor, KUVO & THE DROP

Denver, CO

Rocky Mountain Public Media, Inc. (RMPM) is the parent company of Rocky Mountain PBS, KUVO Jazz, and The Drop. Over a million Coloradans turn to Rocky Mountain PBS, KUVO Jazz, and The Drop to discover provocative and inspiring local, national, and international programming; find diverse viewpoints; score front row center seats to world-class performances; and experience lifelong learning opportunities every month.

Rocky Mountain Public Media is looking for an experienced managing editor who embraces our editorial vision of serving a Colorado where everyone feels seen and heard. This person will co-develop and extend the editorial vision of the radio teams to our suite of digital platforms: assigning and editing all articles, managing the brands' digital editorial staff, developing an editorial calendar and maintaining publication deadlines. This role helps ensure KUVO and THE DROP's digital storytelling reflects and serves diverse Colorado communities through inclusive, audience-centered editorial practices.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Website Editorial Management:

• Provide day-to-day supervision, coaching, editorial direction, workflow prioritization, and performance feedback for assigned digital editorial staff, including social and web content producers.
• Line edit and copy edit all editorial content, including articles, social media posts and newsletters.
• Develop editorial strategy and assign stories for kuvo.org, thedrop1047.org, and our associated YouTube channels - featuring performances, interviews, profiles and adaptations of audio content.
• Maintain an editorial calendar while creating project plans that include tasks, milestones, deadlines and timelines.
• Coach on-air hosts and producers to develop and write original content. Identify relevant content from freelancers and other content partners.
• Help steward KUVO & THE DROP's visual look and voice across digital platforms.
• Manage special digital projects and editorial collaborations internally and externally.
• Collaborate with the Digital Transformation Team on website updates.
• Implement SEO best practices to improve website visibility and search engine rankings.
• Ensure consistency in branding and messaging across all platforms.
• Optimize web content for mobile responsiveness and accessibility.
• Write captivating headlines, captions, original stories or short posts as needed.

Social Media:

• Manage the social media producer, collaborating with both the producer and brand leadership on an overall strategy and defining the voice for those channels.
• Review, edit and approve all social content before it is published.
• Develop strategies to grow our presence to additional platforms (eg. TikTok, Reddit, etc.)
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Newsletter Creation:

• Develop and shape the editorial voice of our newsletters, with innovation and strategy for growing and engaging our audience.
• Line edit newsletter and email content from KUVO & THE DROP, ensuring overall accuracy and maintaining AP guidelines.
• Collaborate with our Email and Product Marketing Operations Lead to track and analyze email performance metrics to implement improved content and delivery strategies.

Minimum Qualifications of Position

• 5 years of related experience
• BA in journalism or equivalent combination of professional experience and demonstrated expertise
• Experience covering or writing about music.
• Exceptional ability in copywriting and editing
• Proficient in content management systems (e.g., WordPress) and newsletter platforms (e.g., Iterable).
• Proven experience in web administration, content management, and newsletter creation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative mindset with a keen eye for design and user experience.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices and website analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Familiarity with HTML/CSS for basic website customization with the ability to collaborate effectively with digital product and technology teams on web publishing functionality and user experience improvements.
• Understanding of AP Editing Standards.

ADDITIONAL Qualifications of Position

• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work professionally and productively with people at all levels.
• Must possess exceptional time management, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Must be detail-oriented with an ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and work within established budgets.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and/or people of color are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every qualification. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce. If you're excited about this role, feel a passion for our mission, this feels like it could be your dream job, but your previous experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply!

PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION:

Persons interested in this position must apply at www.rmpbs.org/jobs. Please submit the following items:

1. A cover letter detailing how the applicant's qualifications fit the needs of RMPM and information on how the applicant found out about the job opening.
2. A resume detailing education, training, and employment experience.

Position will be posted at www.rmpbs.org/jobs until filled. No phone calls please. KRMA-TV/KTSC-TV/KRMJ-TV/KRMU-TV/KRMZ-TV and KUVO-FM/KVJZ-FM are licensed to and operated by Rocky Mountain Public Media, Inc. as non-commercial public television and radio.

Work Environment

This position works within a hybrid model shifting between in office, studio, editing, and/or field environments. This position must be able to work a flexible schedule with occasionally long hours including some evenings and weekends. Must be able to travel throughout the state and beyond, on occasion. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The position requires the ability to lift and carry production equipment up to 50 lbs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Rocky Mountain Public Media embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. As such, Rocky Mountain Public Media does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.