Hosts
Wisconsin Public Radio
Madison
,
WI
Application Deadline: Tuesday, Sep 20, 2022
Description
Wisconsin Public Radio is hiring two hosts.
One will be our Morning Edition Host and will work with the Morning Edition producer to deliver the most important statewide news of the day in newscasts that air on both of our statewide networks. WPR’s broadcast networks serve more than 400,000 listeners across the state each month. Our hosts also produce two-ways and accompanying digital components with reporters, authors, artists, and newsmakers. The regular work hours for this position are weekdays 4 am to 12 pm. This position reports to the News Director.
The other will be our Midday Host and News Sourcing Producer. This person writes and produces hourly newscasts providing timely information for WPR’s radio audiences that run from 10 am to 2 pm. The position also takes primary responsibility for managing the news department’s source tracking data and assists with researching sources to help diversify the range of voices that appear on air and online. This position reports the News Director.
WPR’s news department seeks to empower Wisconsin’s communities through rigorous reporting that provides context, holds public officials accountable, and sheds clarifying light on complex topics. Our goal is to keep the audience abreast of the most significant news of the day, provide unique and insightful information, and represent Wisconsin’s diverse communities. We value diversity and inclusiveness. We want to reflect communities across Wisconsin in our coverage and staffing. We encourage journalists from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
DEGREE AND AREA OF SPECIALIZATION
No degree required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
– Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, or related field preferred.
– For Morning Edition Host: Three years of full-time related work experience, six years if no degree. For Midday Host: One year of full-time related work experience, four years if no degree.
– For Morning Edition Host: Experience hosting and producing live broadcast news content. For Midday Host: Experience voicing live or recorded broadcast news content.
– Experience operating radio studio equipment and software.
– Excellent broadcast writing skills.
– Proven ability to work in both independent and collaborative settings.
– Demonstrated organizational skills, ability to work within tight deadlines and manage competing responsibilities.
– Demonstrated knowledge of journalism ethics, newsgathering and reporting techniques.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
– Experience working in public media.
– Experience writing and producing for online platforms.
– Knowledge and understanding of Wisconsin news, culture, issues, and personalities.
– For Morning Edition Host: Experience as local host of Morning Edition or All Things Considered.
– For Midday Host: Experience using simple databases and data visualization tools.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Contributes to preparation and editorial decision-making, hosts programs, and participates in promotional appearances in support of high quality programming production.
70% Delivers on-air content for various platforms that may include facilitating on-air conversations and/or providing informational content for audiences
10% Develops and contributes content that may include interviewing sources, programming music, writing stories and completing other necessary production tasks as assigned to create content
5% Maintains familiarity with studio equipment and applicable technology for production and/or broadcast
5% May represent the unit at public events, participating in promotional, community, and fundraising events as necessary
5% Serves as a resource for questions and projects
5% Tests and operates studio broadcasting technology and equipment
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Expected hiring range for the Morning Edition Host position is in the mid – to upper-60s. Expected hiring range for the Midday Host and News Sourcing Producer is in the mid- to upper-50s. Actual pay will depend on experience and qualifications.
The person in this position will be required to comply with the Ethical Guidelines for Editorial Staff of Wisconsin Public Radio and Television located here: https://www.wpr.org/wpr-ethical-guidelines, in addition to the UW-Madison code of ethics.
Future positions hired from this posting could be based in other locations.
The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online at https://jobs.hr.wisc.edu. The job number is 264491.
The following must be received for your application to be complete: 1) Resume; 2) A cover letter describing how your experience relates to the listed required and preferred job qualifications. Please clearly state whether you are applying for Morning Edition Host, Midday Host and News Sourcing Producer, or both; 3) For Morning Edition Host: Three samples of hosting live newscasts or other live broadcast news content. Maximum time of 5 minutes per sample. For Midday Host: Three samples of voice broadcast news content. Maximum time of 5 minutes per sample; 4) Three broadcast scripts you have written. These may or may not match the audio samples; 5) A list of at least three professional references with titles, emails, and phone numbers (include at least one supervisory reference). Note that references will not be contacted without your prior knowledge.
Questions? Contact: Kate O’Connor, 821 University Avenue, Madison, WI, 53706; 608-262-5221; hr@wpm.wisc.edu.