Reporter, Broadcast Media-Montana Public Radio

Broadcast Media-Montana Public Radio (MTPR)invites applications for a Reporterto assist in sharing news as a local host and newscast producer during All Things Considered. The position works under the daily supervision of the MTPR News Director with moderate independence following assigned methods, priorities, and timelines for completing news for broadcast. You will be responsible for three main duties: hosting, digital content, and reporting.

• Follow FCC rules governing broadcast program content (radio only)
• Operate complicated mixing board and/or control panel in proscribed sequences
• Load audio as necessary to air programming
• Conduct news research using the internet, newspapers, and other sources
• Produce and deliver newscasts and reports
• Produce 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
• Proof copy for grammar and style
• Perform basic audio and image editing
• Other duties as assigned

• Comprehensive knowledge of journalism standards of balance, fairness, and fact checking
• Comprehensive knowledge of recording, microphones, camera and other video equipment
• Ability to read well with an authoritative and comforting voice
• Comprehensive knowledge of language and pronunciation of names and words
• Excellent communication, writing, interviewing and editing skills
• Ability to perform under deadline, live-production pressure, and when breaking news interrupts the daily routine
• Ability to edit audio and use web-based social media platforms
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Familiarity with web publishing or social media management
• Familiarity with social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram
• Familiarity with podcasting

• Degree in journalism or related field with experience performing under live-production pressure
• Two (2) years news and feature writing and reporting experience
• Two (2) years on-air experience

Position Number: 061660

Compensation Title: Media Programmer

Bargaining Unit:FOCUS-MFPE

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), 12 months/year (Shifts may be scheduled in early morning, late night, or weekends)

Probationary Period: Six (6) months minimum

Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Screening of applications will begin after the closing date; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

A complete application includes:

Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.

Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience

Three (3) Professional References – names and contact information

Samples of Work – three (3) examples (copies of work or document with links to websites) of your best work.

The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Must be eligible to work in the United States upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.