Job Summary
KUER, Utah's NPR affiliate, is seeking a producer for RadioWest,
our public affairs and interview program. RadioWest explores the
issues, ideas, and stories shaping Utah and the wider world through
thoughtful conversations with newsmakers, scholars, writers,
artists, and community voices.
The producer plays a central role in shaping the editorial
direction of the program. We're looking for a journalist with
strong news judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for
telling stories. The ideal candidate is an excellent researcher and
writer, a creative thinker, and a collaborative producer who can
help develop and execute engaging, meaningful conversations.
RadioWest is not just a news program. We are also interested in
ideas, scholarship, culture, history, literature, science, and the
broader questions that shape public life. The successful candidate
will be equally energized by breaking news and deeper explorations
of culture, history, science, and public life and will be able to
identify conversations that help listeners better understand the
world around them.
Responsibilities
- Developing original show ideas and enterprise reporting
projects.
- Reviewing audience metrics and analytics to help inform
editorial decisions and identify opportunities for growth.
Participating in editorial discussions and helping evaluate
program content for journalistic quality, relevance, and audience
interest.
Researching topics and helping define the editorial focus and
scope of each program.
Identifying, vetting, booking, and preparing guests for
interviews.
Communicating professionally with publicists, agents,
academics, government officials, authors, and other sources.
Conducting pre-interviews and background research to help shape
on-air conversations.
Writing show descriptions, web copy, promotional materials, and
other editorial content.
Editing audio for broadcast, podcast, and digital
distribution.
Publishing and maintaining content on the RadioWest
website and digital platforms.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Broadcasting, or a
related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be
substituted for two years of related work experience); one year of
previous professional experience in the news field; demonstrated
oral and written communications skills; and an understanding of
Public Radio and radio broadcasting required. Production skills are
needed to edit and rerecord final story formats.
Department Specific Qualifications:
- Three-to-five years demonstrated experience in journalism,
public media, audio production, or a related field.
- Excellent writing, reporting, and research skills.
- Strong editorial judgment and the ability to identify
compelling stories, conversations, and emerging ideas.
- Familiarity with audience analytics and an interest in using
data to inform editorial strategy.
- A broad curiosity about current affairs, history, culture,
science, literature, and public life.
- Experience booking guests and working with a wide range of
sources and stakeholders.
- Ability to conduct effective pre-interviews and synthesize
complex information.
- Audio editing experience and familiarity with digital audio
production workflows.
- Comfort working with content management systems, websites, and
social media platforms.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple
projects and deadlines.
- A collaborative spirit and enthusiasm for public service
journalism.
RadioWest is known for thoughtful, in-depth conversations
that help listeners better understand the world around them. We're
looking for a producer who is audience-focused, curious, and eager
to help create smart, meaningful public radio for audiences in Utah
and beyond.
Preferences
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN46470B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: 40/week. Due to the unpredictability
of news, this position must be available for some extended hours
and weekend work.
Department: 00335 - KUER
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $49,000 - $55,000
Close Date: 01/13/2027
Open Until Filled:
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/210741
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