Producer Producer II Job Everett area,Washington USA,Creative Arts/Media

Position: Producer, 1A (Producer II)

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University

Department:
1A Production Team 2

Time Type:
Full time
Job Type:
Regular

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Work Modality:
Hybrid 01 (On Campus 3-4 Days/Week)

Union:
Screen Actors Guild
- American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA)

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by the Screen Actors Guild
- American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA).This position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by the Screen Actors Guild
- American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA).

Job Description:

Summary:

WAMU 88.5 is a public media station owned and operated by American University. WAMU is the source for local, regional and NPR news and original programs in Washington DC. Since 1961, WAMU has been amplifying voices and sharing stories from the many neighborhoods and communities in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia.

The Producer,1

Adevelops,creates and managesstories,guestsand conversationsfora nationally distributed live news talk show with a presence across multiple digital media platforms. The Produceris responsible for researching a wide range of political,cultural,literary, and social topics; and for conceptualizing and shaping compelling stories on air and online.

The Produceris responsible for booking guests, writing scripts andcopyfor web, pitching compelling stories and seeking our uniqueuses for audio and audience engagement.

The Producer, 1A creatively uses an array of audio,visualand multimedia tools. The Producerleveragesexisting audience engagement tools to connect the program’s journalism to the needs and concerns ofthe audience.

The Producer works alongside colleagues and otherproductionteammembers,andassistsnew members of stafftoidentifytheirtraining needs. The Producer workswith the Managing Producer, 1

Aand Executive Producer,sharing regular updates with the Director of Station Relations.

This position reports to the Senior Supervising Producer, 1A.

Essential Functions:

Identify issues and themesrelevantfora U-Saudience, and produce original news-making content for broadcast and digital platforms.

Plan, shape, and execute segments related to national and international current events, with an eye towards creating compelling content that sparks vibrant conversations on air and online.

Frame issues for debate;identify, contact, and interview potential guests under stringent time deadlines; and write scripts for the on-air host.
Develop and implement multimedia content for non-broadcast platforms. This will include a combination of audio editing, photography, video production, and basic graphic design.

They will alsobe responsible for writing social media and web copy for their broadcast segments.
Write, review, edit and distribute promotional descriptions of upcoming programming to be used on air and online by WAMU personnel, public information office at American University, and NPR stations which carry the program across the country.

Serve as a representative of the show at conferences, in communications with member stations, and at public events.

Competencies:

Championing Customer Needs.
Evaluating and Implementing Ideas.
Developing Plans.
Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.
Building and Supporting Teams.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Full-time.
35 hours per week.

Salary Range:

$75,487.00 - $80,000.00 annually.

Required

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent.
4 - 6 years of relevant experience in journalism and media.

Preferred

Education and Experience:

An established network of contacts with national and international news makers.
Experience producing content for a live daily talk program.
Experience developing high-quality digital-only content.
Proven ability to establish and grow online audiences.

Travel Required:

This position will be required to travel nationally 4 times per year.

Additional Eligibility

Qualifications:

Superb oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to identify trends and to generate and execute complex creative ideas.
Keen understanding of national and international current events, and excellent news and narrative judgment.
Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously and assimilate large amounts of information efficiently under daily…