Morning Edition Host, KUT, Moody College of Communication

Morning Edition Host, KUT, Moody College of Communication

• Hosts and runs the radio control board to seamlessly integrate local news and other content into the daily live broadcast of Morning Edition. Writes, edits and delivers short news breaks. Presents show continuity, weather, traffic, breaking news, promotions and other local content during national show breaks.
• Hosts taped and live interviews, or two-ways, that air during local portions within Morning Edition. Books, researches, conducts and edits those interviews for air. Host news specials and coverage of special events for KUT News.
• Participates in on-air fundraising and makes special public appearances as assigned by Program Director. Is on call to serve as anchor for special coverage during emergencies and in rotation for weekend editing duties.
• Reports local news from KUT News for national programming as appropriate, participates in newsroom editorial and planning meetings, and participates in newsroom editing sessions and critiques set up by KUT Managing Editor.
• Write, produce, and track news stories for air that meet quality and accuracy standards of KUT News. Occasionally report spot news, features, and series work as assigned by Managing Editor. Ensure that all content produced meets KUT standards of accuracy, fairness, and balance. Actively incorporates multiple perspectives and voices into the editorial process. Identify omissions in our coverage and suggest ways to mitigate them.

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field, or equivalent professional experience and training.
• 5 years of experience as an on-air host of a news magazine program.
• 5 years of broadcast journalism experience.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends, with the understanding that some extended hours may be required.

• Familiarity with public radio and NPR broadcast clocks.
• News writing, reporting, digital recording, and production skills.
• Strong on-air reporting, writing, and technical abilities.
• Sound ethical judgment, with a firm commitment to objectivity, balance, and fairness.
• Familiarity with Austin, Texas.
• The ability to break news, engage audiences and expand one's source base with social media.
• Working knowledge of FCC guidelines and requirements.

• Demonstrate a confident, conversational on-air presence.
• Have experience operating broadcast equipment and managing an audio board during live on-air shifts.
• Be capable of working under deadline pressure in a live program environment, drawing on creativity and improvisation while maintaining accuracy, objectivity, and composure— all while hitting time posts, forward promoting content, and presenting news.
• Have a proven record of producing daily news stories and locally relevant features.
• Be proficient in audio editing with the ability to quickly turn around tape for broadcast.
• Be self-motivated.

$68,000 + depending on qualifications

• Typical office environment

• KUT runs “Morning Edition” unhosted from 4:00-5:00 a.m. and hosted from 5:00-9:00 a.m. KUT’s “Morning Edition” host should plan to arrive in time to prepare for that morning’s broadcast – usually by 4:30 a.m.

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest
• 3 audio samples of you hosting and 3 audio samples of recorded features or interviews. Please upload as an MP3 file.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.