Media Programmer, MTPR
University of Montana
- Missoula, MT
- $19,256 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Familiarity with FCC rules governing broadcast program content (radio only).
- Ability to work with deadlines and under moderate stress in live broadcast/closed circuit program situations.
- Pleasant voice and speaking manner, clear diction.
- Ability to operate complicated mixing board and/or control panel in proscribed sequences
- Some professional broadcast experience preferred.
- Operate control panel and mixing board.
- Follows instructions on daily operations log to load audio as necessary to air programming.
- Transcribe audio
- Proof copy for grammar and style
- Publish web and social media posts
- Perform basic audio and image editing
- News research using the internet, newspapers, and other news sources
- Produce and deliver newscasts
- Produce newscast reports and occasional feature length stories using field recording kits and in-studio equipment and computers
- Upload audio, video, and text content to website, podcasting platforms, and social media platforms as appropriate
- Support and assist reporting and production by other news staff
- Other duties as assigned
- Pleasant voice and speaking manner, clear diction
- Ability to program segments and operate control panels and mixing boards to place program information on-the-air Comprehensive knowledge of journalism standards of balance, fairness, and fact checking
- Comprehensive knowledge of recording, microphones, camera and other video equipment
- Excellent communication, writing, interviewing and editing skills
- Ability to read well with an authoritative and comforting voice
- Comprehensive knowledge of language and pronunciation of names and words
- Ability to perform under deadline and live-production pressure
- Ability to adapt quickly and professionally when breaking news interrupts the daily routine
- Comprehensive knowledge of web content management systems and protocols
- Knowledge of capabilities and methods of interactive social media
- Ability to edit audio and use web-based social media platforms
- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time
- Shifts may be scheduled in early morning, late night, or weekends
- Familiarity with web publishing or social media management
- Familiarity with social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram
- Familiarity with podcasting
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field
- Two (2) years on-air experience
- Representing the unique character of Montana
- Expanding the community of informed, engaged citizens
- Adding depth to the civil discourse
- Presenting many voices and views
- Including people of all ages
- Connecting people to each other and the world
- Sparking curiosity and discovery
- Crafting authentic moments of beauty, originality, and fun
- Celebrating the arts, artists and cultural traditions of the world
- We insist on meeting the highest standards of journalism with trustworthy, balanced and inclusive content
- We balance a major commitment to locally produced programs with acquisition of national and international content
- We require excellence in the quality of our craft
- We commit to providing reliable access to our service
- We strive for innovation in our content and in improving our service
- We welcome both critique and praise and respond with openness and candor - assuring a constructive approach in all our interactions
- We are prudent and accountable with the resources entrusted to us
- We promise that our fundraising activities will be positive and principled
- Video:
- Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience
- Three (3) Professional References – names and contact information
- Three (3) Work Samples