Under general supervision, researches, writes and produces feature stories and programs for NET; produces and announces an on-air shift for NET radio; performs related work as assigned. Utilizes professional judgment to determine overall content and effectiveness of radio and news programming. Researches, writes, edits, produces, and narrates a long and short-form stories to broadcast to the listening audience. Conducts and records telephone and in-person interviews by arranging interview time and place to record pertinent information that may possibly be used for broadcast.
Serves as editor and lead producer or, as a team member, for large projects. Hosts special programs to include selecting music, writing and timing all leads, writing the rundown, and hosting the show. Archives newscast story audio and/or video, news copy, and related materials to be kept for future reference.
Required qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree Journalism, broadcasting, communications, or relevant degree. Minimum of one year of experience in reporting/production experience to include: news reporting and/or experience in the production of news/public affairs programming; experience originating, developing, writing, and producing programs for local/regional/national audiences essential; or equivalent education/experience may be considered.
Work history will demonstrate radio and news reporting, writing and editing, knowledge of current events, computer literacy. Candidates will need strong interpersonal, reporting and researching skills.
*Application deadline: May 5, 2021.
https://employment.unl.edu/postings/72463