Job Description
The Morning Edition Producer is responsible for
working with the Morning Edition team, including Morning Edition Host and
Managing Editor of News Magazines, to enhance the local news presence on
Morning Edition on all platforms. The Producer will work with the Managing
Editor for News Magazines, News Director and Program Director to help craft the
overall sound and local content of the program to meet the needs of our
listening audience, as well as digital versions of Morning Edition reporting.
They will also occasionally provide fill-in hosting for Morning Edition as
needed. This
is a full-time, exempt, onsite role based in Concord, New Hampshire, reporting
to Managing Editor of News Magazines. The budgeted salary range i s $60,300 - $66,500 depending
on qualifications. We also consider internal equity, among other factors, when
deciding compensation.
Essential Duties Include: · Works
with the Morning Edition Host and Managing Editor for News Magazines to create
local reported pieces and assemble program elements to best serve NHPR
listeners · Plans,
books, pre-interviews, researches and edits host interviews for broadcast and
digital platforms · Works
with Host and news editors to produce morning newscasts · Fills
in for Morning Edition Host as needed · Participates
in on-air fundraising and sponsorship activities as assigned
Other Responsibilities
Include: · Scans other news sources to stay on top of
the day’s news in New Hampshire and the region · Updates newscast content to accommodate
breaking news throughout the workday · Participates in daily editorial meetings · Coordinates with All Things Considered
producer to place newscasts, features and 2ways in local news magazines · Edits newscast audio hourly for digital use
(NPR One and other projects) · Other duties as assigned
Qualifications: - Passion and intuition for journalism and radio, a
keen eye and ear for media trends and audience needs.
- Excellent writing skills, including radio script
writing.
- A minimum of two years of reporting
experience.
- News judgment to recognize the relative importance
of news stories and develop them appropriately.
- Demonstrated initiative in developing sources to
produce original news coverage.
- Demonstrated radio editing and production skills,
experience in producing and/or editing digital media (e.g., video, audio,
interactive media, photo editing).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, broadcast
automation systems, such as Audio Vault, and digital editing software,
such as Adobe Audition.
- Working knowledge of New Hampshire issues is
desirable.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to
work both collaboratively and independently to achieve desired goals.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to
detail and a sense of urgency required to meet deadlines.
- B.A. in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
However,
we know there are great candidates who may not have all these qualities or who
have important skills we may not have outlined above. If this is you, do not
hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.
Benefits: NHPR offers a generous benefits package that includes health,
dental and vision insurance; company paid short- and long-term
disability; flexible spending accounts; 403(b) savings plan with company match
and a free on-site fitness center. Three weeks of vacation, twelve paid
holidays, two floating personal days, and paid sick and parental leave.
Things
to Know About Us: NHPR
is New Hampshire's independent and trusted source for news and information and
the state's largest radio news service. Based in Concord, the state's capital
and political hub, we are focused on producing accountability journalism and
engaging deeply with the diverse communities and people of the Granite State.
We’ve been serving audiences in New Hampshire and beyond for 40 years and
counting. In that time, NHPR has repeatedly earned national recognition
for our journalism, including recent accolades from the Pulitzer Prizes , the Edward R. Murrow
Awards , the Public Media Journalists
Association and more. We
seek people who are approachable, collaborative, empathetic, optimistic, and
solution-minded. Together, we are building a culture based on earned trust,
transparency, equity, and inclusion. We hold ourselves accountable for our organizational
goals and our values. NHPR is intent on being public radio for all of New Hampshire,
by expanding our audience, advancing our mission and vision, and deepening our
engagement with diverse people and communities across the state and beyond our
borders. Learn more about NHPR .
To Apply: Please apply on the job opportunities
page of our website, NHPR.org, or through this link: When applying, please submit a cover
letter and resume. NHPR is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity
employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national
origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical
conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age,
status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or
other applicable legally protected characteristics. NHPR makes hiring decisions based solely on individual
qualifications, experience, and organizational needs. We actively seek to create
an inclusive environment where all voices are heard, valued, and respected.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours, Day shift