SAJA Job Listings: Compiled by Maha Atal

MORNING NEWS REPORTER/HOST

WNYC Radio has an opening for a Morning News Reporter/Host who has
excellent on-air presence and strong reporting, writing and production
skills to become a regular morning presence on WNYC - as both a reporter
and a regular, substitute news host.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Covering the early-morning stories for WNYC news, often live,
from the field, as a regular morning presence
* Filling in for local hosts of Morning Edition, The Takeaway
(Local and National) as assigned
* Report and produce stories for radio and webcast, using audio
and visual recording equipment
* Report on the air live via phone or other means
* Establish and develop sources
* Put issues, stories, happenings and breaking news into context
and without hype
* Write news headlines and news shorts; write and record news
spots for later broadcasts
* In some cases, operate the broadcast board to play shows and
on-air elements
* Make on-air transitions from one show or segment to another
* Monitor a variety of news sources to broadcast breaking news
and to alert other staff of major news
* Take direction from news producers to complete morning tasks
for news room
* Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:
(Required)
* Availability to work regular schedule of M-F 5am-1pm, and
occasionally other hours as needed
* Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or relevant
equivalent
* Solid, demonstrated experience as a reporter, producer and/or
host
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with clear,
authoritative speaking voice
* Strong interviewing skills; exceptional news judgment and
strong journalistic ethics
* Understanding and ability to follow international, national
and New York area news
* Able to maintain clear thinking under pressure; prioritize and
manage several projects at one time
* Able to recognize the news value of a range of stories, and to
respond appropriately to breaking news
* Proficiently operate technical equipment
* Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations
* This position requires use of a computer, telephone and other
office and broadcast equipment; ability to communicate effectively
through a variety of methods; requires ability to work extended hours as
needed
* Must be able to work in a studio broadcast and/or office
environment; must be able to work remotely on occasion
* New York City experience preferred
* WNYC listener preferred

To Apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please e-mail a cover letter, salary
requirements and resume (attached as a Word document) to jobs@wnyc.org
with “Morning News Reporter/Host” written in the subject line. WNYC must
receive all information requested in order to consider your candidacy.
Qualified candidates only please. No calls. No agencies. Candidates
selected for interview will be contacted.

WNYC radio seeks the following

1. Listener Services Associate. please submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume online to jobs@wnyc.org with “LS ASSOCIATE” in the subject line.
2. Digital Media Culture Intern (fall ‘08). Submit resume and cover letter explaining why you would like to help produce new media content for WNYC Digital Media Culture. Please describe the last great film you saw in theaters, and the last great video you saw on YouTube. Explain how you find out what’s going on in the city on a given weekend. Briefly describe any relevant journalism, broadcasting, or other media skills; your familiarity with office software; and your research experience as a Word documents to jobs@wnyc.org with “DIGITAL CULTURE INTERN-F08″ written in the subject line.
3. Online Journalism Intern (fall ‘08). e-mail a cover letter and resume (include links to your best work and three pitches for new features at thetakeaway.org) as a Word document to jobs@wnyc.org with “THE TAKEAWAY ONLINE JOURNALISM INTERN-F08″ written in the subject line.

Position Details
LISTENING SERVICES ASSOCIATE
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Provide listeners and members with timely professional responses to inquiries and comments. Carefully document all interactions in WNYC database . Pro-actively following-up on open issues. Encourage non-members to become members and support the Membership department’s retention efforts. Research and respond to programming inquiries. Develop overall understanding of station operations and personnel in order to respond to listener inquiries. Address and respond to membership inquiries. Support station efforts to strengthen and expand WNYC’s relationship with its listeners

Qualifications:
(Required) Excellent verbal and telephone communication skills. Proficiency in written communication. Proven ability to generate a high volume of error-free correspondence. Superior interpersonal skills and a positive attitude, with focus on customer satisfaction and a team work environment. Ability to work in a busy environment necessary. Familiarity with WNYC Radio programming or public broadcasting preferred. Proven ability to navigate through difficult calls. Ability to convert challenges to opportunities. Working knowledge of a database -Team Approach is a plus. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, and ability to use multiple applications simultaneously. Internet-research experience. College degree or equivalent with two years of customer service or comparable experience. This position requires use of a computer, telephone and other office equipment; ability to communicate effectively through a variety of methods; requires ability to work extended hours as needed

DIGITAL MEDIA CULTURE INTERN
WNYC Digital Media Culture is seeking sharp, enthusiastic self-starters excited about using new media for arts and culture reporting in New York City to help us create media such as blog posts, video shorts, radio stories, slideshows, and websites using radio, video and photography. You must be open to creative thinking, team effort and have a passion for New York City culture. We are looking for interns with a variety of experiences and backgrounds. Interns are paid a small stipend and may receive college credit.
INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assist in all aspects of producing media for WNYC Digital Media Culture
* Provide research assistance and tape transcription
* Assist with aspects of the promotion of WNYC Digital Media Culture content through blog outreach and social networking websites like the Facebook and MySpace
* Interns will be part of the editorial process and may be expected to pitch ideas for Culture Blog content
* Assist with occasional administrative duties
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must have familiarity with NYC arts and culture life, knowledge of relevant blogs and websites and a passion for the arts and popular culture
* Proven willingness to learn new skills required
* Some journalism experience is preferred
* Must be consistently available for a minimum of 20 hours per week during the months of September through December to work in a New York City-based facility
* Must be enrolled in an accredited college to earn course credit

ONLINE JOURNALISM INTERN
The Takeaway thetakeaway.org, an ambitious multi-platform national news program co-produced by WNYC and PRI, seeks intellectually curious self-starters with Web skills and an interest in journalism to assist in the production of a dynamic radio show and online news experience. You must be open to creative thinking, team effort and making something new every day, whether it’s audio, video, a blog, citizen journalism, a public service database, a game, or an entirely new Web site. You’ll be part of a team as complex and diverse as America itself — we’re looking for interns with a variety of experiences, backgrounds and passions. Interns are paid a small stipend and may receive college credit. Note: Much of the work of the program takes place early in the mornings.
INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES::
* Assist in the production of The Takeaway’s digital experience by helping to research and produce news content
* Interns will play a critical role in contributing to and maintaining The Takeaway’s presence on social media platforms, including blogs and games
* Interns will be a part of the editorial process and may be expected to pitch ideas
* Assist with occasional administrative duties
Qualifications
* Must have online experience: either creating Web sites (using technologies such as CSS, JavaScript, Flash or MySQL), utilizing social media, or creating original journalism for the online format
* Must have a proven willingness to learn new skills
* Must be consistently available for a minimum of 15 hours per week during the months of September through December to work in a New York Citybased facility
* Must be enrolled in an accredited college to earn course credit

“The Right People Make
All the Difference”

Join a dynamic, fast paced media company with exceptional growth
opportunities?

A new and exciting radio network, catering to North America’s growing South
Asian community seeks experienced full and part time radio personnel to fill
a number of positions in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Jose, DC and
Toronto.

Radio Personalities & Production (in each city): Reference
ID: Production 2008-200

*
* Radio Jockeys
* News Editors & Anchors
* Talk Show Hosts
* Producers

Candidates should have a passion for media and ideally some previous radio
experience and/or professional broadcast training. Silky, radio voice is a
definite asset. Extensive knowledge of your local South Asian community and
a love for the local/international South Asian music scene or current world
news and events is ideal. Prefer multi-lingual hosts who are fluent in
English and at least one other South Asian language. Included with your
application please submit a 5 minute audio sample of your work.

Technical Staff Reference ID: Technical 2008-100

*
* MCR Operators
* Console Operators
* Technical Producers
* IT/Technical Support
* Commercial Scheduler & Manager
* Web/Graphic Designers

Ideal applicants should have first hand experience with broadcasting and
production equipment (preferably IP based), be fluent in English and at
least one South Asian language and have the ability to travel throughout
North America. Included with your application please highlight your recent
equipment, editing and automation software experience.

Sales & Marketing (in each city):
Reference ID: S&M 2008-300

*
* Commercial Sales Executives
* Marketing & Community Relations Managers

Candidates must possess extensive ties to their local South Asian
Communities. Preference will be given to those with experience in media
sales and/or marketing but this is not mandatory. Proficiency in at least
one South Asian language would be an asset along with strong organizational,
communication and selling skills. Ideal candidates have shown initiative in
their past positions and are able to work with some level of independence.

To apply please send your resume, references and salary expectations,
quoting the appropriate job ID number and city of interest in the subject
line, to hr@worldbandmedia.com. Note: Candidates with relevant technical,
electronic, media or broadcasting education will be looked upon favourably.

Education Reporter
Join a team of award winning reporters and producers at Chicago Public
Radio! Serving a listening audience of nearly 500,000, and broadcasting
throughout Chicago and the surrounding region. We are the home of, This
American Life, Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me, Sound Opinions, and
Vocalo.org.

We are seeking an experienced Education Reporter. Our reporter will be
filing spot news and long form features for our local news casts and
daily public affairs programming. Applicants must have two years of
full time broadcast journalism experience, with excellent writing,
anchoring, and interviewing skills.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including domestic partner
benefits, and generous paid time off.

Visit www.chicagopublicradio.org/jobs for more information.
Chicago Public Radio is an EOE/, AA Employer and actively seeks
diversity in the workforce.

George Lara
Human Resource Team
Chicago Public Radio
V: 312.948.4605 F: 312.948.4807

Please see details below for the following positions:
Assignment Editor/Producer-FOX Business Network
Production Assistant, FOX Business Network
Reporter, FOX News Radio

Position: D.C. Assignment Editor/Producer – Fox Business Network

Location: Washington, DC

Responsibilities:
Primary responsibility is to operate the Fox Business Network-Washington, D.C. bureau assignment desk operation. This person will direct DC-based reporters, producers and camera crews to carry out the daily newsgathering of Fox’s business news channel, and will research, plan and coordinate coverage of future events on Capitol Hill and at the White House, SEC, Treasury and Labor Departments, Federal Reserve, and other venues in the Washington, DC area. This position will work closely with Fox Business Network headquarters in New York, and with the Fox News assignment desk operations in Washington and New York, to coordinate resources as appropriate.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree and 3+ years assignment desk and or planning desk experience
Good editorial judgment as well as strong logistical skills
Working knowledge of Washington-based financial newsmaking sources such as the Federal Reserve, Treasury Department, Labor Department, SEC, the White House and Congress
The ability to work well in a fast paced and intense atmosphere
Willingness and ability to travel on short notice
Familiarity with iNews
Flexibility to work various shifts when needed
Motivated self-starter who is able to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Some knowledge of fiber connectivity for the Washington, DC area a plus

Position: Production Assistant, Fox Business Network

Location: New York

Responsibilities:
Seeking Production Assistants to assist Producers in selecting the most compelling video. Duties include but are not limited to: running scripts, finding and editing footage, research assignments, and greeting guests.

Requirements:
· Candidate must have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent writing and communication skills
· Must be able to work overnights/weekends
· Bachelor’s degree and solid knowledge of current events are required
· Demonstrated understanding of business news
· Basic knowledge of newsroom functions a must
· Internship in television news required
· Previous experience working with videotape and/or graphics preferred
· Working knowledge of iNews a plus
· Must be a highly organized, mature, and a creative self-starter

Position: Reporter, Fox News Radio
Location: New York

Requirements/Responsibilities:
Fox News Radio is looking for a New York-based national reporter. If you’re curious, tireless and technologically fearless, you may be the right person for this job. We’re looking for someone with at least 5 years experience as an on-air radio field reporter. You’ll work long hours, travel extensively and report on everything from disasters to politics to the economy. If ROSR’s, wraps, mp3’s and station 2-ways are your daily diet, then we want to hear from you

Fox News Network is an EOE.

Cover letter required. Interested applicants please send resumes to:

Fox Business Network
Human Resources
2nd floor
1211 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10036

Fax: 212-301-8588
Email: Resumes@foxnews.com
WWW.FOXNEWS.COM

White River Broadcasting seeks a ‘news junkie’ to head up its award-winning 4-station news department. Stations include a news/talk AM and 3 music-intensive FM’s. You’ll help us craft a contemporary sound built on coverage of the top local news stories. Duties include handling morning news, covering key meetings and supervise news staff. The selected individual will enjoy a competitive salary and a great benefit package including 401(k). Previous news experience is required. Send your news philosophy, resume and demo to John Foster, Director of Programming, P.O. Box 1789, Columbus, IN 47202-1789 or e-mail jfoster@wcsiradio.com. White River Broadcasting is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

The National Desk at NPR is posting a two-year reporting position to
focus on coverage of Muslims in America. We are looking to develop a
significant body of work that explores the political, cultural, religious, sociological and
demographic trends in this community.
This position will involve significant domestic travel and possibly
some international travel.

Qualifications for this position include a demonstrated expertise and
experience covering Muslim cultures, history, political trends.
Fluency or a working knowledge of Arabic is highly preferred.

If you are interested in learning more about the position or want to
apply,
please contact me within the next two weeks.

Steve Drummond
Senior National Editor
NPR News
202-513-2245
www.npr.org

News Anchor/Reporter (Part-time Weekends)

KFDI-FM
Wichita, KS

Employment Status:
Part-time; weekends

Education:
College degree in related field preferred.

Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required; strong news writing experience required; strong problem solving abilities; high work ethics, news judgment and production skills; ability to meet deadlines and detail orientation; ability to read and decipher news source material; operate studio equipment; authoritative/conversational announcing style.

Experience:
Previous commercial radio news background or some background in radio news from a college course required.

Duties:
Five (5) minute newscast at the top of each hour, headlines and sports at the bottom of each hour; monitor emergency police/fire scanners and possible severe weather coverage under deadline in a live or recorded setting; generate story ideas; other duties as assigned by News Director.

Downloading an application online at www.journalbroadcastgroup.com is preferred. The application can be found under “Employee Wannabees”. Mail or fax the application to:

Dan Dillon
News Director
Journal Broadcast Group
4200 N. Old Lawrence Rd.
Wichita, KS 67219
Phone: 316-821-2018
Fax: 316-838-4323
ddillon@kfdi.com

Journal Broadcast Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Wisconsin Public Radio has News and Talk Opportunities

Join a growing team of 25 news and talk professionals at Wisconsin Public Radio, a network with a tradition of innovation and service that began in 1917 and continues today.

Seven regional bureaus and 29 public radio stations broadcasting two streams of programming throughout Wisconsin – The Ideas Network and the NPR News and Classical Network. WPR consistently serves a weekly cume of more than 400,000 and has a membership base of 42,000.

1) Morning Edition Producer

Work with program host and news director to determine interview segments; schedule and edit interviews; produce program breaks, gather sound, and write stories. Put your creative juices to work toward encouraging new audiences to discover WPR’s Morning Edition. Location: Madison.

2) Morning Drive Talk Producer/Director
Bring a fresh perspective to morning drive on the Ideas Network of WPR. Help to set the vision and direction of the program, controlling flow and monitoring on-air sound during live broadcast. Work with our experienced morning team in a fast-paced environment producing current affairs call-in programming. Schedule guests, edit audio, and continually improve website content. Location: Madison

3) Afternoon Drive Talk Producer
Produce WPR’s call-in program during afternoon drive. Work with an experienced host to produce current events programming focusing on state and national issues. Pre-interview and schedule compelling guests who will engage listeners in intelligent conversation on the news of the day. Develop website content and find creative ways to use audio. Location: Milwaukee or Madison

4) La Crosse Regional Reporter
Share the issues and events of southwest Wisconsin with the entire state. WPR is seeking a news reporter who can find and tell the compelling stories of this region, and who can participate as a valued member of a statewide news team. Help make the on-air presence of WPR a valued part of listeners’ lives. Location: La Crosse.

These positions require a bachelor’s degree, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team. For best consideration, apply by January 18.
Please see the complete position descriptions and application requirements at www.wpr.org/about/. Send completed applications to Betsy Nelson, Broadcasting & Media Innovations, 821 University Ave., Madison, WI 53706 or call 608-262-5221; e-mail betsy.nelson@wpr.org. An EEO/AA employer.

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Betsy Nelson
Broadcasting & Media Innovations
821 University Avenue, Rm 7106
Madison, WI 53706
608-262-5221

Company: Southern California Public Radio
Job Title: Reporter
Job #: 321-07
Reason for Opening: Replacement

External Applicants:
To apply, go to http://americanpublicmedia.publicradio.org/careers/ and click on the Job Openings link. Click on the Reporter job opening 321-07 to apply online and submit a resume and cover letter. In addition to completing the online application, email a resume and cover letter to cajobs@scpr.org

Internal Applicants:
To apply, go to the Employee HR Self-Service and click on the Job Openings icon. Click on the Reporter job opening 321-07 to apply online and submit a resume and cover letter. An internal application is no longer required. In addition to completing the online application, email a resume and cover letter to cajobs@scpr.org.

SCPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please see job description below for more details.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Reporter
Date Written/revised: July 2007
Grade Level: HC
FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt
Reports to: Senior News Editor
Department: SCPR News
Location: Los Angeles, CA

Position Summary:

The Reporter is based in Los Angeles and will be responsible for a beat and general assignment reporting. The Reporter will research, report, write and file on-air and online reports for newscasts and talk shows. S/he will also provide additional material as needed for station’s Internet news service and assists with the development of online reporting projects. The Reporter will contribute story ideas and assist in fine-tuning others’ ideas as well as being a resource to other News staff and editors.

Position Responsibility:
· Pitches and reports breaking news spots and feature stories.
· Works an assigned beat or on general assignment.
· Writes and reports news stories; research and write stories on issues; assist other reporters, producers and editors with information.
· Work with news editors to generate ideas.
· Assist in special programming.
· Operate production and studio equipment and facilities.
· Deliver substantive reports on varied subjects on a tight deadline
· Gather information and audio for reports.
· Provide “live” reports with newscasts and talk show and host 2-ways at expert level.
· Assemble, edit and mix stories for air
· Work with editors, reporters and operations staff to coordinate content.
· Establish priorities and goals for beat(s).

Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Three years or more professional radio journalism experience.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
· Demonstrated radio reporting, Internet news and production skills.
· Strong writing and reporting skills.
· Professional on-air delivery.
· Ability to perform a variety of assignments well and completely.
· Commitment to learn and enact best journalism practices.
· Experience in or familiarity with public radio news.
· Digital production expertise highly desirable.
· Knowledge of online journalistic practices important.
· Effective use of sound in story production.
· Ability to consistently produce substantive reports on a tight deadline.

Preferred Skills and Experience
Fluency in Spanish preferred. Fluency in other languages desirable.

Reporting To This Position: N/A

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
Physical Demands: Required to walk, sit, and stand; reach with hands and arms; balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch; Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping.
Working Conditions: Moderate noise level, occasional exposure to prevalent weather conditions.

Job Title: Senior Journalist
Department: Radio
Summary:

Senior Journalist is responsible for overseeing the news department assignment desk and reporting on local stories. The individual selected will work with the News Director to build the station’s assignment desk and help plan and implement policies for covering local spot news. The individual will assist by reviewing all incoming requests and assign stories according to the set policies of the assignment desk as well as report on stories they develop.

Accountabilities:
Develop story ideas for local spot news coverage.
Report on local stories as generated through the assignment desk or as dictated in the marketplace.
Assists in developing and implementation of policy and procedures for the assignment desk.
Plan, develop and implement news department’s coverage of spot news.
Report local spot news stories to staff, freelancers and interns.
Provide editorial guidance and oversight to news staff on spot news coverage, content and production.
Serve as the liaison between the station and NPR, PRI, APM and other news outlets to develop local spot news story ideas for broadcast within national newsmagazines and news programs.
Oversee the editorial content of spot news and the assignment process to ensure station’s local news coverage meets the highest standard of quality and editorial accuracy in accord with national standards.
Oversee the spot news for daily newscasts, news inserts and special features for local and national broadcast.
Provide training as needed to news staff, freelancers, and interns on editing, story development, interviewing, content and production techniques.
Participate in fund drives and other special fundraising activities.
Some news related appearances on behalf of the radio and TV station may be required.
Works on deadlines.
Other duties as assigned by station management.

Knowledge and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree and minimum of five years proven experience in a newsroom (extensive news gathering, writing and anchoring/reporting).
Must have demonstrated experience in developing and producing both short and long form news content.
Must be able to handle a variety of activities, work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Must have excellent organizational and time management skills as well as skills in news writing, editing, interviewing, production, communication and interpersonal skills.
Must have excellent knowledge of NPR’s newsmagazine clocks and how best to utilize local news breaks to ensure local and national sound and quality uniformity.
Spanish speaking a plus
Substantial environmental research/study or reporting also a plus.
Must be proficient in digital editing (Cool Edit or Adobe Audition preferred) and be able to train others in its use.
Must have experience with the news gathering process and story development in a large market.
Must be able to run an air control board and fill in as host on news shifts when needed.
Must be able to set up a production studio and engineer two-way interviews.
Must have good to excellent working knowledge of public radio news..

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets journals, books and newspapers.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply basic mathematical equations.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems collects data/information, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level and unleveled surface for periodic periods through out the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or Lifting as required filing documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For the most part ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. Exposure to outside elements during course of work to be expected to perform essential functions.

Submit: Resume and CD/Audio Tape containing air-checks and or news stories to
Human Resources
Public Broadcasting Atlanta
740 Bismark Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
Email: hr@pba.org
Fax: 678-553-3026

Job Title: Producer/Journalist
Department: Radio
Summary:

This is a professional position serving as a journalist and producer for WABE 90.1FM. This position will primarily be expected to assists in the preparation of scripts, arranging guests and assuring the overall accuracy and interest of the programming and also requires solid experience in producing NPR style, in-depth, local feature stories and interviews as well as reporting and crafting informative reports of local and state news. As a producer, responsibilities include but are not limited to generating news ideas, present enriching stories and an ability to respond to news emergencies.

Accountabilities:

Works under the direction of supervisors to research, write, and produce local spot news, features, pre-interviews guests, conducts live-air interviews.
Arranges interviews and edits for broadcast.
Generates creative programming ideas.
Gathers audio for show as needed.
Serves as WABE reporter for local and national news programs, presenting local news and feature reports in the public radio style.
Works in cooperation with the news department to compile stories and live, on-air presentation of local content for news programs. This will be a combination of in-studio production, interviewing (some live), coverage of special news assignments as directed, working with technical equipment related to broadcasting, participating in mandatory on-air fundraising.
Serves on behalf of the station as a spokesperson and or representative at assigned station events or other community related forums.
Hosting on-air during news programs may be required, and air shifts will vary depending on needs of the station and station management. Air shifts may include, but not be limited to weekday drive time, weekday evenings, holidays and weekends. Some limited news related appearances on behalf of the radio and TV station may also be required.
Works on deadlines.
Other duties as assigned by Station Management.

Knowledge and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree
Must have experience with a background and proven track record in news gathering, anchoring/reporting, writing/scripting as well as proven editing, interviewing and production skills.
Must have demonstrated experience in developing and producing both short and long form news content. (Ability to use desktop editing, studio production equipment, and reporter field it).
Must be able to set up a production studio and engineer two-way interviews.
Must have excellent and proven ability to edit in the multi-track mode of Cool Edit Pro or Adobe Audition and able to train others on its use.
Must be able to quickly encode and deliver high quality MPEG files
Must be proficient in knowledge of microphone polarization patterns.
Must be proficient in the use and handling of audio compact flash recorders and moving recorded product into automation system.
Must develop understanding of NPR’s newsmagazine clocks and how best to utilize local news breaks to ensure local and national sound and quality uniformity.
Must be able to handle a variety of activities, work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Must be able to run an air control board and fill in as host on news shifts when needed.
Contributes to fundraising activities as directed by management.
Exceptional organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are a must in this position.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets journals, books and newspapers.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply basic mathematical equations.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems collects data/information, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level and unleveled surface for periodic periods through out the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or Lifting as required filing documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For the most part ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. Exposure to outside elements during course of work to be expected to perform essential functions.

Submit: Resume and CD/Audio Tape containing air-checks and or news stories to
Human Resources
Public Broadcasting Atlanta
740 Bismark Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
Email: hr@pba.org
Fax: 678-553-3026

Part-time On-Air Talent
Wichita Country stations: KFDI-FM, KFTI-AM, KFTI-FM
Wichita, KS

Employment Status:
Part-time; Non-exempt; Hours will vary
Education:
High school diploma required; college degree in related field preferred.
Skills:
Candidate must be detail oriented and possess excellent strong radio anchoring skills; knowledge and experience with country music; excellent communication and delivery skills; ability to work well under pressure; ability to read and decipher news source material; strong problem solving abilities; computer proficiency.
Experience:
Previous on-air radio experience required, Classic Country or Country experience preferred.
Duties:
Run audio board; air live call-ins and remote broadcasts; record elements for later broadcasts as needed; conduct daily air shifts and other duties as assigned; position can include part-time hours with other Journal Broadcast Group stations within the Wichita Operations.

Send cover letter, resume and demo to:
Beverlee Brannigan, Operations Director
Journal Broadcast Group- Wichita Operations
4200 North Old Lawrence Rd.
Wichita, KS 67219.
bbrannigan@journalbroadcastgroup.com
Employment Application can be found at www.journalbroadcastgroup.com

News Anchor/Reporter

KFDI

Wichita, KS
Employment Status:
Full-time; Non-exempt; evenings & early mornings
Education:
Previous commercial radio background news, preferred.

Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required; digital audio editing; strong radio news reporting, writing and on-air newscast delivery skills; strong problem solving abilities; high work ethics, news judgment and production skills; ability to meet deadlines and detail orientation; ability to read and decipher news source material; operate studio equipment; spotless driving record; ability to cover breaking news overnight and interact with emergency responders; possible severe weather coverage.

Experience:
Radio on-air background; college radio accepted if newscast work is included.

Duties:
write and edit hourly newscasts, sportscasts, headlines, possible traffic reports, severe weather coverage; generate story ideas; cultivate news sources and provide editorial support; monitor emergency police and fire scanners; other duties as assigned by manager.
Send resume, cover letter and audio sample to:

Dan Dillon
News Director
Journal Broadcast Group
4200 N. Old Lawrence Rd.
Wichita, KS 67219
ddillon@kfdi.com
Fax: 316-838-4323
Phone: 316-821-2018

News Anchor/Reporter (PT) – 2 Positions
KFDI-FM
Wichita, KS

Employment Status:
Part-time, Non-exempt, Saturdays (5-11 p.m.)
Part-time, Non-exempt, Sundays (6 p.m. – midnight)

Education:
College degree in related field preferred.
Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required; strong news writing experience required; strong problem solving abilities; high work ethics, news judgment and production skills; ability to meet deadlines and detail orientation; ability to read and decipher news source material; operate studio equipment; authoritative/conversational announcing style.

Experience:
Previous commercial radio news background or some background in radio news from a college course required.
Duties:
Five (5) minute newscast at the top of each hour, headlines and sports at the bottom of each hour; monitor emergency police/fire scanners and possible severe weather coverage under deadline in a live or recorded setting; generate story ideas; other duties as assigned by News Director.
Downloading an application online at www.journalbroadcastgroup.com is preferred. The application can be found under “Employee Wannabees”. Mail or fax the application to:
Dan Dillon
News Director
Journal Broadcast Group
4200 N. Old Lawrence Rd.
Wichita, KS 67219
Phone: 316-821-2018
Fax: 316-838-4323
ddillon@kfdi.com
Journal Broadcast Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

91.5 FM Chicago
89.5 FM Chesterton, IN
90.7 FM Morris, IL

Chicago Public Radio (WBEZ 91.5 FM), the nation’s third largest public
radio station, providing in-depth news, information, arts and culture
programming, to an audience of 500,000 listeners, is seeking an Arts and
Culture reporter. Our reporter will be pitching and filing stories with
a focus on Chicago’s architecture, art’s and culture scenes for our
local news casts and daily public affairs programming. Applicants must
have two years of full time journalism experience, with excellent
writing, anchoring and interviewing skills. Experience in a radio or TV
news room preferred. Knowledge of Chicago issues strongly desired. We
offer a comprehensive benefits package, including domestic partner
benefits, and generous paid time off.

Send Cover Letter, Resume, Non-returnable demo CD, to: Human Resources,
Chicago Public Radio, 848 East Grand, Navy Pier, Chicago, 60611. Or
email: jobs@chicagopublicradio.org

Chicago Public Radio is an EOE/, AA Employer and actively seeks
diversity in the workforce.

White River Broadcasting is searching for an afternoon news
editor/anchor/reporter for a four radio station group. The selected
individual will work in an excellent environment and receive a
competitive compensation package; including 401 (k) pension plan.
Previous news experience is preferred but not required. Send Tape and
resume to Kevin Keith White River Broadcasting P.O. Box 1789,
Columbus, Indiana 47202-1789 or via email at
kevinkeith@wcsiradio.com. White River Broadcasting is an equal
opportunity employer.

The India Today Group (www.indiatodaygroup.com) has recently
appointed Anil Srivatsa as Chief Operating Officer of its Radio
Today, FM radio division. As head of this exciting new venture of
seven FM stations to launch initially in Delhi, Mumbai and Calcutta,
he seeks to build a staff to spearhead and work in content creation,
audio imaging, programming and marketing that would be based in those
three cities. Anil is looking for fresh perspectives and those with
creative outlets. Radio experience per se is not required, but you
must understand the medium. This is a great stage for an adventure in
India~Rs growing economy and a blank canvas for those?who want to
give wings to their creative juices through the FM radio medium. If
you are interested in exploring a career in India, e-mail your resume
to him at vatsacom@gmail.com

1590 KLIV has an immediate opening for a full-time reporter
and announcer for our local news operation.
Job requirements include the ability to quickly and
accurately report local news and perform on-air news anchoring duties
in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will have a
polished on-air delivery, professional news writing and reporting
skills, audio editing skills, and will be familiar with the process
of gathering and reporting the news. Previous broadcast news
experience is highly desirable. Familiarity with the news, politics
and issues of Santa Clara County/Silicon Valley are absolutely
essential.

Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance and the
opportunity to participate in a 401k plan.
1590 KLIV is a 24/7 all-news station serving San Jose and
Silicon Valley. We are a CNN affiliate and provide a mix of network
and local news with a strong focus on the news of the communities
that make up Silicon Valley.

Interested applicants should mail or email a letter of
interest, resume, writing samples and audio cassette, CD or mp3 (no
videotapes) to:

George Sampson
News/Program Director
KLIV
750 Story Road
San Jose, CA. 95122
No phone calls please.
Position will remain open until filled.

Company: American Public Media - LA
Minnesota Public Radio
Job Title: Reporter/Senior Reporter
Job #: 290
Reason for Opening: Grant Funded Position
Send cover letter and resume to: American Public Media, Los Angeles, Attention HR (290), 261 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 or email resume to cajobs@scpr.org. APM/MPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Title: Reporter/Sr Reporter
Date Written/revised: November 2005
Grade Level: GC/JC commensurate with credentials

Department: American Public Media, Los Angeles
Marketplace programs

Location: TBD

Position Summary:
The Reporter/Senior Reporter will develop, report, write and produce news spots and features on topics dealing with entrepreneurship for three Marketplace programs: Marketplace, Marketplace Morning Report, and Marketplace Money. When fully operational, he/she will provide extensive expertise in all aspects of entrepreneurship.

Position Responsibility:

* Deliver a minimum of 32 radio feature reports per year to Marketplace programs
* Provide spot news coverage on entrepreneurship issues as required for Marketplace programs
* Participate in story generation and special programming planning
* Initiate, research, write, produce and report stories and segments for air
* Identify and cultivate outside talent for inclusion in the show
* Assemble, edit and mix stories for air
* Work with editors, reporters and operations staff to coordinate show content and to produce special programming

Required Education and Experience

* BA degree
* Minimum of 5-7 years journalistic experience
* If no radio production experience, a tech-savvy person

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

* Superlative oral and written skills
* Professional on-air delivery or capacity for same
* Proven interviewing techniques
* Demonstrable familiarity with entrepreneurship issues
* Ability to operate within a fast-moving team environment
* Ability to work with editors, reporters and operations staff to coordinate show content and to produce special programming
* Ability to maintain high journalistic standards under deadline pressure, including standards of balance and fairness
* Extensive research skills and ability to decipher and utilize appropriate material
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferred Skills and Experience:

* 10 plus years in national journalism
* Digital audio production ability
* On-air radio experience
* Expertise in entrepreneurship issues, organizations, and contacts

Morning Show Producer/ News Anchor/Reporter wanted!

Bangor Maine’s Number 1 News talk Station, WVOM-FM, is expanding its
News Department! The right person would be a self-starter who’s
hungry for news. Technical proficiency is absolutely required! The
perfect candidate must have a degree in journalism or a broadcast
journalism. This candidate will possess strong writing and computer
skills, digital editing ability, smooth delivery, creativeness,
willingness to contribute story ideas, and the desire to improve
everyday. This candidate will use his or her skills to produce and
award winning morning show, as an anchor and reporter on our group of
stations. Experience with Cool Edit Pro, Prophet, and a broadcast
delay desired.

WCBS Newsradio 880 in New York City has a rare opening for a full-time anchor.

The person for the job will have:
• Journalistic experience and integrity
• A warm and friendly, yet authoritative delivery
• Excellent interview skills
• A talent for soft and hard ad lib
• A quick reaction to breaking news
• A love for news and an abiding interest in world and local events
• An engaging manner on air and off
• A flair for conversational news writing
• An ability to run the board, keep the log and stick to a tight format
• An attitude of “team player”
• Digital editing, Internet and computer skills a plus
• Familiarity with New York, New Jersey and Connecticut also a plus

Job available immediately. Please, no beginners. Only serious, experienced journalists with radio or television anchor/reporting experience need apply. Due to overwhelming response to openings at the station, we regret that WCBS may not be able to respond to all applicants. Please send all resumes’ to WCBS Human Resources 524 West 57th Street, New York, NY, 10019; or fax to 212.975.4674; email to jobs@wcbs880.com (“Anchor” in subject line). NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

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WCBS has an immediate opening for a full-time producer/editor. The right candidate will be a news junkie with a minimum of five years broadcast news experience, preferably in all news or newstalk environment. Knowledge of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut is a very strong plus.

• Program the radio station minute by minute for multiple hours
• Select stories and audio to create compelling rundowns
• Oversee and direct a veteran news staff including anchors, reporters, writers, and desk assistants
• Work in a fast paced, deadline heavy environment

We’re looking for an energetic and enthusiastic leader with vision and integrity to come to the table with fresh ideas, willing to take risks to make his or her daypart the best. The right candidate will have strong writing skills and no fear of technology to work in our all-digital newsroom

Please, no beginners. Only serious journalists with broadcast news experience need apply. Due to overwhelming response to openings at the station, we regret that WCBS may not be able to respond to all applicants. Please send all resumes’ to WCBS Human Resources 524 West 57th Street, New York, NY, 10019; or fax to 212.975.4674; email to jobs@wcbs880.com (“Producer” in subject line). NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

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WCBS Newsradio 880 in New York City has an immediate opening for a full-time inside reporter. The right candidate will have:

• Journalistic experience and integrity
• A warm and friendly, yet authoritative delivery
• Excellent interview skills
• A talent for soft and hard ad lib
• A quick reaction to breaking news
• A love for news and an abiding interest in world and local events
• An engaging manner on air and off
• A flair for conversational news writing and reporting
• An attitude of “team player”
• Familiarity with New York, New Jersey and Connecticut a big plus
• Strong technical skills (digital editing & filing, computer and Internet savvy)

Please, no beginners. Only serious, experienced journalists with radio or television anchor/reporting experience need apply. Due to overwhelming response to openings at the station, we regret that WCBS may not be able to respond to all applicants. Please send all resumes’ to WCBS Human Resources 524 West 57th Street, New York, NY, 10019; or fax to 212.975.4674; email to jobs@wcbs880.com (“Inside Reporter” in subject line). NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

About WCBS: The flagship station of the CBS Radio Network and CBS News, WCBS Newsradio 880 is owned and operated by Infinity Broadcasting Corporation, a subsidiary of Viacom Inc. In addition to WCBS 880, Infinity owns and operates radio stations in most major American markets. WCBS 880 is consistently rated one of the most listened to radio stations in the country and supports the area’s largest radio news team. WCBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.