KCUR Announcer — Part-time

KCUR is seeking a Fill-In Announcer, who will also have some regular production duties. Responsibilities include board operation; live announcing; recording, editing and dubbing KCUR programs; promo writing; web posting; and other duties as assigned.

KCUR 89.3 is the NPR affiliate in Kansas City and is an editorially-independent community service of the University of Missouri-Kansas City. See www.kcur.org/jobs for information about KCUR and Kansas City.

Characteristic Duties

Fill in as needed for announcer shifts.
Work collaboratively with KCUR volunteers, producers, talk show hosts, reporters and anchors on the production of local music programs, national magazine shows, and local talk shows.
Create audio and text image promos for shows aired on KCUR.
Contribute to KCUR’s website and social media platforms.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of broadcasting experience.
A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of work experience as a live radio announcer.
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, education or related field required; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities.
Experience operating broadcast equipment, including audio boards, digital editing systems, field recording devices, and other production equipment.
Composure and delivery skills associated with live and recorded on-air content.
Ability to work independently or collaboratively on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Expertise in technical execution of multiple elements within a broadcast.
Experience editing on deadline with Adobe Audition or similar software.
Ability to write copy for radio.
Familiarity with KCUR programming and enthusiasm for public radio.
Knowledge and experience with social media.

Supervision

This position reports to the KCUR Director of Program Operations.

Salary

This position is non-exempt. Salary starts at $15.29 an hour and will be commensurate with experience and education.

HOW TO APPLY

This position closes May 29, 2017. Review of applications will begin at that time.

Apply online: www.umkc.edu/jobs. Applicants must combine all materials (cover letter, resume, and list of three references with contact information) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

If you are experiencing technical problems, please call 855-524-0002.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

UMKC is an equal access, equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that is fully committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. Equal opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor – Human Resources at 816-235-1621.

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