Jonas Adams

Jonas Adams is an accomplished media professional with extensive experience in radio and newsroom management. Currently serving as Director at NPR since January 2022, Jonas previously held the position of Executive Editor at Westwood One from February 2019 to August 2020, where responsibilities included managing news audio and collaborating with the news management team. Earlier roles include Field Manager - Canvasser at WETA, Executive Producer at Mississippi Public Broadcasting, Assistant Program Director at WFQY BDAY 99.1 FM/970 AM, and On Air Personality at WJMI 99.7 FM 99 Jams. Jonas holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Jackson State University, earned between 1998 and 2004.