KUNM Senior Host Reporter Job at University of New Mexico in Albuquerque

Position Summary

Hosts National Public Radio (NPR) news programs and local broadcasts, delivering continuity elements, underwriting, promotions, and weather updates. Operates and engineers audio equipment for broadcasts. Produces and delivers newscasts and feature stories for broadcast and online publication by collecting and analyzing information, conducting interviews, and attending events. Combines advanced hosting and reporting responsibilities with leadership roles, including training, mentoring, and serving as an editorial resource for news staff.

The hosts anchor the KUNM broadcast of NPR news magazine shows (Morning Edition, 5a - 8a, and/or All Things Considered, 5p - 7p) Monday through Friday.

This includes producing four newscasts in each show using KUNM-produced content, Associated Press wire content, and stories from other news sites that require rewriting for broadcast. Hosts also produce program breaks, engineer live broadcasts of satellite feeds and queue up public affairs content.

The job requires anchoring live breaking news events as needed, creating and updating online versions of newscast content, and engaging with the audience using online content and social media. Hosts also anchor live fundraisers with other station staff.

Morning Edition shift is 4:30a - 8:30a, ATC is 3p-7p.

Reporters will initiate independent research, investigation, and story development in consultation with the News Director. They will write and prepare stories for broadcast and publication online. They will work as a member of the team to establish the nature and focus of stories and also create social media content from their stories.

NOTE: THIS POSTING HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO MARCH 3, 2025. See the Position Description for additional information.

Responsibilities

• Anchor NPR news magazine programs (Morning Edition and All Things Considered) as assigned.
• Produce four newscasts per show using KUNM-produced content, AP wire content, and rewrites from other news sites.
• Produce program breaks, engineer live broadcasts of satellite feeds, and queue up public affairs content.
• Anchor live breaking news events and update online versions of newscast content.
• Engage with audiences via online content and social media; participate in live fundraising with station staff.
• Initiate independent research, investigation, and story development in consultation with the News Director.
• Write and prepare stories for broadcast and publication online; collaborate with team to determine story focus; create social media content from stories.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hosting: Experience hosting NPR news magazine programs; familiarity with public radio journalism style; knowledge of New Mexico state and local government and culture; familiarity with online CMS (Grove, WordPress, Core Publisher); history of using social media in a professional setting.
• Reporting: Experience with investigative and enterprise journalism; in-depth knowledge and experience reporting on Hispanic/Latino and/or Native American cultures, communities and constituencies; experience reporting on New Mexico communities; competency in conversational Spanish; commitment to community engagement.

Conditions of Employment

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Other Details

• Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM
• Department: KUNM (402A)
• Employment Type: Staff
• Staff Type: Regular - Full-Time
• Status: Exempt
• Pay: Monthly: $3,697.20 - $5,191.33
• Benefits Eligible: This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Educational benefits through tuition remission and dependent education programs. See Benefits home page for more information.
• ERB Statement: Mandatory retirement contributions for eligible employees greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act. See Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
• Background Check Required: Yes
• For Best Consideration Date: 3/10/2025
• Eligible for Remote Work: Yes
• Remote Work Statement: KUNM Reporters are expected to do some work in the field as part of their broadcast reporting duties.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please provide links to three work samples, three professional references (preferably supervisory) with contact information, and a one-page cover letter about your understanding of KUNM's mission.

The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a diverse workforce and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Background checks: The University requires all regular staff positions to pass a pre-employment background check, which may include various screenings and credential verifications. See UNM policies for details.