University of Utah is hiring: Theatrical/Radio/TV Asst in Salt Lake City

Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applications are accepted through the University of Utah’s HR portal. Please include: Cover letter explaining your interest and experience in journalism and public media Resume Names and contact info for at least two academic or professional references Announcement Details Open Date Open Date 10/20/2025 Requisition Number Requisition Number PRN16456N Job Title Job Title Theatrical/Radio/TV Asst Working Title Career Progression Track A FLSA Code FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Temporary? Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 16 hours/wk Full Time or Part Time? Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Shift Day Work Schedule Summary Afternoons. Hours to be determined when the paid internship begins. Is this a work study job? Is this a work study job? No VP Area VP Area President Department Location Location Campus City City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range Pay Rate Range $14 Close Date Close Date 11/07/2025 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary KUER 90.1, Utah’s largest NPR affiliate, is seeking an advanced student or recent graduate looking to build their journalism portfolio. This is a hands-on internship in the KUER newsroom assisting daily news production. The first half of the Spring internship has a particular focus on the Utah Legislative session. Responsibilities The successful candidate will work 12-16 hours per week assisting the KUER Newsroom in research, news gathering, writing, interviews and production of daily stories on deadline for broadcast and for the web. Minimum Qualifications Excellent writing and research skills, as well as a demonstrated interest and familiarity with Utah news and politics, are required. The ideal applicant will have some print or audio reporting experience and basic audio editing skills. Familiarity with creating vertical video content is a plus. Preferences Special Instructions Summary Applications are accepted through the University of Utah’s HR portal. Please include: Cover letter explaining your interest and experience in journalism and public media Resume Names and contact info for at least two academic or professional references Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affir… Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Required Documents Cover Letter Resume List of References Optional Documents University Human Resource Management 250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu #J-18808-Ljbffr