Producer II - MPR News (Temp)
About The Position
As a 12-month temporary Producer II for MPR News, you will help set the news agenda across multiple channels and deliver exceptional news content and experiences that inform, include, and inspire Minnesota audiences. You will work closely with hosts, editors, newscasters, producers, reporters, and teams across departments and brands to produce a variety of stories, interviews, live and recorded programs on all MPR News channels. In this Producer II role, you will be responsible for a wide range of assignments. Creative and conversational writing is a must, with strong organizational skills. You will deliver content that helps the audience connect and more deeply understand news and topics in their community and around the world. The ability to work and thrive in a collaborative journalism environment is a must. This is a temporary role and will last for twelve months. Schedule may include nights and/or weekends as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
- 5 or more years of producing or related experience
- Dedicated to trusted, fact-based, unbiased standards of journalism excellence
- Solid news judgment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to generate fresh and strong ideas for programs, events and all MPR News channels
- Ability to work interdependently within a team while maintaining effective communication and accountability with minimal supervision
- Ability to function as a team leader in the newsroom
- Ability to see and develop distinct special programming and projects
- Excellent organizational skills; effective with details and deadlines
- Ability to learn new industry-specific skills as required
- Knowledge of digital analytics and Nielsen ratings
- Interest in and general knowledge of news, current events, and public media
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Nice To Haves
- Fluency in Spanish, Somali, Hmong, or other languages commonly used in Minnesota
Responsibilities
- Direct in-studio and remote shows, manage control room, set rundown timing, and coordinate with crew and guests
- Locate, contact, pre-interview, evaluate guests; book guests and confirm bookings
- Coordinate guest bookings and technical requirements for remote studio connections
- Write promos, scripts and edit and fact-check copy
- Prepare audio for podcast, digital presentation, and re-broadcast
- Research sources/guests for background and context
- Rewrite copy for accuracy and clarity
- Support hosts and prepare research notes for hosts
- Coordinate special projects, including organization and collaboration across departments and brands
- Edit pre-recorded interviews and prepare audio from live shows for podcast
- Contribute to the show’s digital presence and strategy
- May represent MPR in official functions
- Support other MPR News projects and programs across channels as needed
- May coordinate work of interns
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical plans with HSA and FSA options
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Caregiver Leave after 1 year
- Vacation (3 wks./per year, pro-rated, based on hours worked)
- Sick time (12 days, pro-rated, based on hours worked)
- Holiday Pay (10 holidays + 2 floating holidays each year)
- Volunteer Time (8 hours per year)
- Long-Term Care and Critical Illness insurance options
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
