Employment Opportunities

Looking for a job in public media? And not just any public media operation - but a growing statewide independent media operation! Delaware Public Media is the first and only Delaware-based public radio news network.

We are a fast-paced company offering an exciting and creative work environment. We look for ambitious and dedicated people ready for daily challenges.

We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to broad outreach regarding job vacancies. Delaware Public Media strongly encourages minority group members, veterans, disabled individuals and women to apply for positions for which they are qualified and which are of interest to them.

We welcome the help of local organizations in recruiting qualified applicants to our station. Organizations wishing to receive employment listings should contact us at jobs@delawarepublic.org.

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State Politics Reporter

Delaware Public Media is looking for a State Politics Reporter to join our award-winning team providing statewide coverage of the First State as Delaware’s source for NPR News.

We’re looking for a motivated and creative person to produce daily news stories and features for our nationally recognized weekly news magazine.

This reporter will be based in Dover, with coverage responsibilities focused on state government and the state legislature as well as other stories and issues in central and southern Delaware.

Responsibilities include:

Research, write, produce and/or edit stories for all day parts and weekend, as well as web.
Research, write, produce and/or edit long-form features for weekly news magazine.
Conduct live and taped interviews
Occasionally produce and anchor newscasts
Operate studio audio board during newscasts and other programming

Qualifications include:

4-year college degree or equivalent work experience to BA degree major in journalism, mass communications or other related field.
Minimum 1-year on-air experience.
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a professional newsroom.
Background and interest in political reporting preferred, but not required
Background in long form public radio reporting preferred, but not required.

Send cover letter detailing your relevant professional experience, resume and work samples to jobs@delawarepublic.org.

Delaware Public Media is an equal opportunity employer; members of minority groups, veterans, disabled individuals and women are encouraged to apply.
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Producer

Delaware Public Media is looking for a Producer to join our team providing statewide coverage of the First State as Delaware’s source for NPR News.

We’re looking for a motivated and creative person to play a key role and a provide a fresh voice in developing local content our awarding-winning news magazine, The Green, and other projects.

Responsibilities include:

Work independently to conceive, propose, plan and research ideas for programs and segments.
Write, produce, edit, mix and anchor show segments and interviews for air and web.
Work with DPM reporters to produce long-form features and interviews.
Work with high school and college students to produce multi-platform stories.
Deliver social media and newsletter content to promote DPM programs
Assist producing longform coverage, such as election coverage.
Occasionally research, write, produce and/or edit stories for all day parts and weekend, as well as web.

Job qualifications include:

4-year college degree or equivalent work experience to BA degree major in journalism, mass communications or other related field.
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a professional newsroom preferred, but not required.
On-air broadcast experience preferred, but not required.

Please send cover letter detailing your relevant professional experience, resume and work samples to jobs@delawarepublic.org.

Delaware Public Media is an equal opportunity employer; members of minority groups, veterans, disabled individuals and women are encouraged to apply.

This position will remain open until filled.

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Advancement Director

Delaware Public Media is Delaware’s only NPR affiliate, reporting on news and stories of interest to Delawareans and providing the best of independent news and journalism from national sources like NPR and American Public Media. Headquartered on the campus of Delaware State University and working statewide, we are a small local team that brings the same robust news coverage as larger markets.

We are seeking an Advancement Director to expand our membership program. This is a specialized fundraising and institutional development position. We are seeking an experienced professional with a demonstrated record of success.

Responsibilities include:

Coordinate and lead the development plan
Coordinate all fundraising campaigns, on-air, online and external.
Create development activities/ events timeline and calendar
Maintain and develop foundation relationships, grant applications, execution and reporting.
Lead donor communications
Develop and manage donor events and relationships
Lead development of fundraising messaging, related social media planning, donor communications, creation of media for membership drives and other campaigns.
Provide input to development of annual reports
Must provide own transportation and be willing to travel as necessary.J
Education and Required Skills
College degree is preferred, but not required.
At least 4 years of proven non-profit development experience.
Strong ability to create and execute donor strategy and implement fundraising best practices.
Experience with social media campaigns.
Strong annual report, newsletter, and writing skills
Ability to develop accurate and timely reports to management
Highly self-motivated, with strong project management skills.
Advanced interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to work closely and professionally with a wide range of constituents, including staff, presenting to board members, external partners and donors/prospects.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and excellent attention to detail,
Proven ability to manage multiple projects, to set and adjust priorities, and work under pressure while maintaining composure and professionalism.
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet concurrent deadlines, organize time and priorities, and to do so in collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
Cultivate and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Experience delegating responsibility and ensure accountability.
Ability to train and coordinate volunteers.
Willingness and availability to work diverse schedules, including evenings and weekends, as necessary.
A self-starter is who able to be motivated in a remote setting. Ability to foster relationships with DPM donors.

Delaware Public Media is an equal opportunity employer. Applications accepted at jobs@delawarepublic.org.

Delaware Public Media is an equal opportunity employer; members of minority groups, veterans, disabled individuals and women are encouraged to apply.

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