Description
AFTERNOON NEWSCASTER/PRODUCER
KERA, the public media organization for North Texas, is hiring an Afternoon Newscaster/Producer to take over one of our station’s most visible and influential radio on-air roles.
WHO WE ARE:
Serving the country’s fourth-largest media market, KERA reaches more than 5 million people monthly through KERA TV, KERA News, KXT, WRR and The Denton Record-Chronicle. For more than 65 years, North Texans have turned to KERA as a destination for community engagement and lifelong learning.
As we seek to recognize and reflect our audience and communities, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds and points of view to consider employment opportunities at KERA.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Afternoon Newscaster/Producer plays a critical role in planning, producing and delivering reliable, in-the-moment news to KERA’s audiences each afternoon.
The ideal candidate works rapidly under tight deadlines to produce accurate reporting both collaboratively with staff and independently, with a conversational but professional on-air delivery. This person is a strong producer with excellent news judgement and the ability to quickly write, edit and deliver news copy over the airwaves and on our digital platforms to reach a dynamic and diverse community.
This position is an FLSA classified non-exempt position, is eligible for overtime, and reports directly to the Managing Editor, KERA News
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Write, edit, produce and deliver live newscasts in the afternoon and evening hours, under strict deadlines
Work with reporters and the Managing Editor to plan news coverage, live two-ways, live segments and copy for digital and/or social media platforms
Work collaboratively across teams, including with the Managing Producer of our upcoming morning local show.
Identify, research, pitch, write, reports, edit and voices a wide variety of spots and two-ways for morning and afternoon news magazines, talk shows, statewide networks and national programs (as appropriate).
Anticipate and respond to breaking news and plays a critical editorial role in dynamic breaking news situations
Collaborate internally across teams and with external partners, such as The Texas Newsroom, Fort Worth Report and Dallas Morning News.
Represent KERA and KERA news in the community and at events
Participate in on-air and online fundraising as needed and assigned
As a KERA employee:
Work in a manner that is consistent with KERA’s mission, vision and values; and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Perform additional duties as assigned
This list of job duties is not exhaustive and is subject to regular reviews and updates.
Requirements
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL:
We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences and passions. If you don't meet every job qualification but have some of these skills and think you’re the right person for the job, we'd like to hear from you. Please apply and tell us more about yourself.
Three years of experience in a public media or news organization.
Aggressive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated approach to daily and breaking news.
Ability to report through long-form, innovative storytelling.
Excellent writing and organizational skills, proven news judgment, and journalistic integrity.
Experience producing content conforming to AP style for the web and social media platforms.
Ability to multitask and work on diverse projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Demonstrated ability to take direction and work independently as well as collaboratively with various personalities.
Ability and willingness to work a varied schedule.
Enthusiasm for the role of public media in a changing journalism environment.
Knowledge of North Texas area and the issues facing the state of Texas are a plus, but not a requirement.
SALARY RANGE
$60,000-$70,000 annually depending on experience
BENEFITS
Generous vacation (3 weeks), sick (8 days), personal time (2 days) and holidays (11)
Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
KERA-paid short and long-term disability, basic life insurance and AD&D insurance
Flexible scheduling and hybrid work environment
401k plan with KERA-contribution after 6 months
Robust employee assistance program available to the employee and all members of their household
Strong company culture focused on connection, belonging and professional growth
LOCATION:
We expect that this position will work out of our Dallas office at least 95% of the time. (Equivalant to 38 hours per week)
Time in office requirements are subject to change based on the needs of KERA and/or the position.
HOW TO APPLY:
Complete the application on KERA’s employment page.
Add an optional cover letter indicating why you’re excited about joining the KERA team.
APPLICATION TIMELINE:
We generally close roles 2-4 weeks after posting. The hiring process may continue for several weeks after the closing of the role depending on the number of applicants.
KERA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
KERA believes that diversity is important to our success. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
