News Director / Morning Show Co-Anchor
News Radio KMAN – Manhattan, Kansas

News Radio KMAN (1350 AM, 93.3 & 93.7 FM), the voice of Manhattan and the Flint Hills, has an immediate opening for a dedicated, experienced and motivated News Director to lead our award-winning newsroom. This role requires a strong journalist with leadership skills, a passion for local news, and the ability to deliver engaging content on-air and online.

Key Responsibilities

-Oversee the production of daily newscasts, digital content, and social media updates.

-Serve as co-anchor of KMAN’s Morning News weekdays from 6–9 a.m.

-Lead newsroom operations, assigning and editing stories while maintaining the highest standards of journalistic ethics.

-Build and maintain a strong network of news sources and contacts across Manhattan, Riley County, and surrounding communities.

-Report on local government, community events, and breaking news in a clear, accurate, and concise manner, both on-air and online.

-Represent KMAN at meetings, press conferences, and community events, which may occasionally occur evenings or weekends. 

Qualifications

-Strong background in journalism, with experience in broadcast, print, or digital media.

-Demonstrated understanding of journalistic ethics and AP style.

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

-Ability to manage deadlines and lead a newsroom with confidence and professionalism.

-Experience in radio production tools such as Adobe Audition and Wide Orbit preferred (training provided if needed).

Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be a self-starter who thrives on local news coverage, understands the importance of community-focused journalism, and can balance leadership with on-air performance. A working knowledge of city, county, and school district government is a plus.

How to Apply
Please send a cover letter, resume, and on-air/demo samples to:

Manhattan Broadcasting Company
Attn: News Radio KMAN
2414 Casement Road
Manhattan, KS 66502
Email: [email protected]