Producer

American Public Media Group•Saint Paul, MN

6h•$31 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

This position creates and delivers high-quality multichannel content that advances the organization's mission and serves audiences across platforms. Working collaboratively across teams, this role is responsible for content production that engages audiences while upholding the brand standards and values of MPR. The ideal candidate is curious, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with strong editorial judgment and a passion for music, storytelling, and community. They are proficient with digital and broadcast content production tools, content management systems, and emerging technologies, including AI tools, to create engaging content and improve workflows. Success in this role requires excellent communication and collaboration, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The candidate will represent the organization by building strong relationships with colleagues and partners, and contribute to a culture of feedback, accountability, and content innovation. This position sits in the collective bargaining agreement between MPR and Screen Actors Guild—American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (“SAG-AFTRA”).

Requirements

BA or equivalent work experience
5-8 years of relevant production experience
Experience producing content across multiple channels and platform.
Ability to embody and reflect the values of MPR.
Must be inquisitive, detail oriented, self-disciplined.
Experience using digital audio workstations, play-to-air systems, audio and video production tool, and content management systems.
Deep knowledge of and passion for a broad range of music.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to produce using shared communication systems.
Ability to learn new technology with awareness of the AI tools and technology.
Driven to engage with our community when working on live events.
Consistently exercise good judgment as representative of public media.
Demonstrate working calmly, quickly and efficiently under pressure.
Work effectively and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Experience in using AI productivity tools in the workplace.
Demonstrate social media management skills.
Curiosity, ideas, and enthusiasm about ways to build audiences.
Contacts and professional relationships in fine arts, music and cultural organizations.

Responsibilities

Embody the organization's mission, values, commitment to public service, and content standards.
Demonstrate curiosity, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
Identify compelling stories and produce engaging content aligned with organizational strategy.
Determine the most effective platform for content creation, including broadcast, web, social media, streaming, and video.
Produce content using digital audio workstations, broadcast automation systems, content management systems, production software, and non-linear editing tools.
Apply broad knowledge of music and culture to create engaging programming and audience experiences.
Publish content across platforms using SEO best practices, including optimized titles, descriptions, thumbnails, and calls to action.
Adapt to evolving technologies, including AI tools, to improve productivity and workflows.
Collaborate effectively with colleagues, artists, technical staff, and external partners throughout planning, production, and publishing.
Direct technical crews, coach guests and hosts, and foster a calm, professional production environment.
Represent the organization through engagement with publicists, artists, and audiences.
Mentor associate and assistant producers while contributing to a collaborative, feedback-driven culture.
Perform other duties as assigned.