Producer/Announcer - Morning Edition

Job Summary:

The Morning Edition Host/Producer is the local voice of WHRV 89.5 and guides listeners through the NPR News Program by creating a sense of place with local news, information, and community connections. The successful candidate will have strong hosting, writing and audio editing skills, and the ability to distribute content to digital platforms along with a deep understanding of the news cycle, politics, and the fast pace of daily news, with the ability to respond quickly and thoughtfully to breaking stories.

Duties/Responsibilities:

On-Air
· Strive to continuously improve and elevate the Morning Drive listening experience.
· Present Morning Edition and drive time programs daily Monday – Friday, 6a–10a for WHRV 89.5 Norfolk.
· Run the digital radio board, playback/automation system, and general broadcast equipment and software.
· Create day sheet with daily and topical live read promotions and produce daily audio promos.
· Prepare to serve as on-air talent during membership drives, which occur three times annually.

Off-Air
· Support digital audio promotional needs and follow marketing strategies.
· Contribute to infrequent on-call weekend needs and crisis coverage.
· Organization fundraising and in-person organization events.
· Produce individual features as needed for Morning Edition, All Things Considered, and digital platforms, collaborating with production teams to develop content.
· Participate in weekly editorial meetings to develop story ideas, features, and overall show composition.
· Serve as a liaison between on-air staff and the news team regarding content development and story creation.
· Value, contribute to and sustain WHRV 89.5’s commitment to a culture of belonging that sees our history of power and privilege and seeks to balance that by including many diverse experiences and perspectives.
· Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of Automation systems
• Demonstrated skills in interviewing, audio editing and writing for broadcast.
• Proficient in Adobe Suite and other editing software.
• Skilled broadcast board operator with knowledge of FCC radio requirements.
• Professional and punctual.
• Significant experience working with a team.
• Experience working on deadlines independently and collaboratively.
• High proficiency with computer apps and software.
• Demonstrated self-motivated qualities and desire to learn new skills.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in broadcasting or journalism or related experience.

Experience:

• Minimum two years of professional on-air experience in a similar drive time host or reporter position preferred.
• Knowledge and experience doing voice work in a public radio setting
• Experience in non-profit, not required but highly desirable.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• N/A

Physical Activities

• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 5 pounds in all directions
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Environmental Conditions

• Low temperatures.
• High temperatures.
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Noisy environments.
• Small and/or enclosed spaces.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

• The employer reserves the right to change or modify the job description as business needs dictate.