Senior Producer and Podcast Host, Broadcast Media

University of Montana • Missoula Mountain Campus, MT

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About The Position

Broadcast Media invites applications for a Senior Producer and Podcast Host to lead production of Montana Public Radio’s (MTPR) newsroom podcasts. Reporting to the MTPR News Director, this position guides each podcast from concept to completion, including development, research, fact-checking, scriptwriting, reporting, voicing, editing, and sound design. The role requires initiative and independence, knowledge of podcasting standards, and the ability to edit productions to improve the listening experience.

The position also produces podcast episodes, news reports, and feature-length stories; publishes audio, video, and text content through MTPR’s website, podcast platforms, and social media; and supports podcast marketing and other MTPR production and reporting projects. The position is not represented by a bargaining unit.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of narrative audio writing, production, and reporting.
• Extensive knowledge of podcast production and presentation.
• Ability to work with deadlines and under moderate stress in live broadcast program situations.
• Pleasant voice and speaking manner, with clear diction.
• Familiarity with FCC rules governing broadcast program content (radio only).
• Excellent speaking skills.
• Knowledge of environmental policy.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor and behavior, and ability to interact with a wide variety of people.
• Knowledge of audio equipment and editing software.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States upon hire; sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field.
• Some experience in professional broadcast.
• Demonstrated excellence in narrative audio storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee each stage of podcast production, delegating tasks to project staff as needed.
• Conduct news research using online sources, newspapers, and other media.
• Produce podcast episodes, news reports, and feature-length stories using field recording kits and studio equipment.
• Assemble episodes in a digital audio workstation and prepare them for broadcast.
• Publish audio, video, and text content to the MTPR website, podcast platforms, and social media as appropriate.
• Help market finished podcasts.
• Support other MTPR production and reporting projects, and occasionally report stories.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Insurance package.
• Mandatory retirement plan.
• Partial tuition waiver.
• Wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed