Producer, KUT/KUTX, Moody College of Communication

University of Texas at Austin

2d•$55,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Austin Signal from KUT News is looking for a Producer to produce original segments for Austin’s radio home for local news. The Austin Signal airs daily on KUT News 90.5 at 1 PM, and podcasts are released shortly after the broadcast. This position is in-person and based at KUT Public Media. In addition to being Austin’s top-rated radio station, we are also the home of KUT.org, KUTX-the Austin Music Experience, and our podcast division, KUT & KUTX Studios. KUT News is part of the Moody College of Communications at UT-Austin. The ideal candidate is passionate and curious about the forces shaping Austin, and has a talent for communicating complex ideas in terms our audience can relate. Working closely with the show’s managing producer, editors, and KUT News team, the ideal candidate would be able to research and pitch timely topics to be covered on the show. They would coordinate reporter and guest bookings for the show, write questions, edit taped interviews, and help package the segment for air. They would also step in as needed to direct the daily show, approve all audio elements for air, set the show rundown with the host, and prepare for the next show. We value teamwork and good communication skills. Previous experience in one of these areas is required. Previous audio editing experience is desired. The ideal candidate is open to learning new skills, as we are willing to provide training and opportunities to learn.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field.
At least 5 years of professional experience producing or reporting for a news organization.
Strong verbal, writing, editing, and online production skills.
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work well under pressure.
Solid news judgment.
Knowledge of AP style.
Familiarity with content management systems and publishing content on different digital platforms, including website and social media.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of professional experience producing content for a news outlet.
Experience in a public radio newsroom.
Experience producing and editing audio, photos and video.
Experience operating an audio board and hosting live radio.
Proficiency in Adobe Audition and the rest of their Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere.
Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

Participates in editorial meetings.
Assists in scheduling and segment production, including writing, pre-interviewing, editing, copying and distributing schedules and scripts.
Briefs the host.
Books, produces and edits taped interview segments as assigned.
Actively incorporates various perspectives and voices into the editorial process.
Identifies omissions in our coverage and suggests ways to mitigate them.
Produces podcast version of the program and web posts as assigned.
Assists with producing show content for other digital platforms.
Creates show web posts working with the KUT News digital team.
Works with host, managing producer, editorial and programming team to develop novel and innovative ways to present content online, on social media, and on air.
Ensures that all content produced by the Austin Signal team meets KUT standards of accuracy, fairness and balance.
Other duties as assigned.
Fills in for Managing Producer to direct the show, approve audio elements for air, set the show rundown with the host, and prepare for the next show.
Works to ensure the consistent flow of communication among the Austin Signal and KUT News team and with partners like the Texas Newsroom.
Reports as assigned.
Creates, coordinates, writes and produces original news segments.
Assist with daily promos and other content.
Covers live events as assigned.