Editor of the Year
Nominations are now open until March 31, 2026 - winner to be announced in May
Editors are the quiet heroes of public media, molding stories that inform, inspire, and ignite change. Each year, we search for an Editor of the Year—an individual whose meticulous pen sculpts narratives, whose visionary leadership pushes boundaries, and whose unwavering commitment to journalistic integrity shapes the future of our field.
Do You Know Someone Who:
Transforms raw copy and sound into compelling narratives that captivate audiences
Empowers reporters to tackle critical issues with depth and nuance
Builds a newsroom culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity
Nominate them for Editor of the Year!
Recognizing Editorial Excellence
This award recognizes the vital role editors play in shaping the future of public media. Past winners have led groundbreaking investigations, nurtured diverse voices, and inspired a new generation of journalists.
Your nomination could shine a light on an exceptional leader and help them continue their impactful work.
Submit Your Nomination
Tell us why your editor deserves this recognition in 500 words or less, highlighting their achievements and contributions to public media. Include links to three edited stories showcasing their impact.
Eligibility Requirements
Nominee must have worked as an editor in public media for at least 12 months by March 31, 2026
Deadline to submit nominations is March 31, 2026
Editor of the Year
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Priska Neely
Training Manager, Report for America Report For America2022 Editor of the Year -
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Kate Concannon
Senior Supervising Editor, The Indicator from Planet Money, NPR National Public Radio2020 Editor of the Year -
Karen FrillmannEditor-At-Large, WNYC Narrative Unit WNYC Radio2019 Editor of the Year
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