Radio Reporter/Host Job at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff

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About the Position

Join the award‑winning team at KNAU, Arizona Public Radio, as a Radio Reporter/Host and help shape the sound of public media in northern Arizona. In this role, you’ll collaborate daily with a team of experienced journalists and report to the News Director while crafting news stories that inform and inspire. You’ll write, report and produce original local content for broadcast within NPR’s flagship news magazines, conduct compelling interviews, and appear on‑air in live and recorded segments. This position is ideal for someone with a passion for storytelling, a strong editorial sense, and a love of public radio.

Responsibilities

• Reporting – 75%: Reports on local issues, produces and edits audio journalism pieces, contributes news items, collaborates with news staff on stories, creates web‑based stories, and works with NPR editors.
• On‑Air Hosting – 10%: Hosts live and pre‑recorded air shifts, including Morning Edition.
• Community Engagement and Communication – 10%: Represents KNAU at community events, provides program information online, and participates in on‑air fundraising.
• Other – 5%: Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting, Communications, or related field.
• 3‑5 years of relevant experience.
• Combination of education, experience and training may serve as equivalent to the above minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a news reporter.

Knowledge

• Excellent working knowledge of local news and public affairs production.
• Knowledge of journalism principles and broadcasting regulations.
• In‑depth familiarity with northern Arizona and regional, national and international issues.
• Knowledge of audio technology, editing equipment and broadcast automation.

Skills

• Professional news writing and interview skills.
• Mastery of Associated Press style and knowledge of online formats.
• Proficient in English composition, grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Planning, coordinating activities and establishing priorities.

Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to uphold the highest journalism and editorial standards.
• Clear and concise communication.
• Strong interview and feature production skills.
• Judgment, professionalism and effective communication in a fast‑paced environment.
• Problem solving, organization and analytical capabilities.
• Creates a positive, respectful and professional work environment.

Compensation

Salary range begins at $44,422.00. Annual salary commensurate with candidate’s qualifications and related experience.

Pre-Employment Check

Requires satisfactory results for a criminal background check.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industry

Higher Education