Radio Reporter/Host Job at Austin Community College in Phoenix

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KNAU is the premier source of balanced news, cultural inspiration, and civil discourse in northern Arizona, proudly serving as a public service of Northern Arizona University for more than 40 years. Since first signing on in 1983, we’ve grown to provide two programming streams—Classical Music and News & Talk—reaching communities across the region through an expanding network of transmitters and satellite systems. We are deeply committed to reflecting the distinctive qualities of our region while operating efficiently and sustainably. Our award-winning news department has earned national recognition, including dozens of Edward R. Murrow awards for excellence in journalism.

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 both 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 Include
Reporting – 75%

Reports on issues of local significance, adhering to the highest standards of public radio journalism.

Produces and edits audio journalism pieces including news spots, 2‑way interviews, feature stories and other NPR‑style formats.

Contributes news items to daily newscasts.

Collaborates with a professional news staff on stories, series, podcast content and larger initiatives.

Creates web‑based stories and other digital content.

Works with NPR editors, NPR bureau chief and national newscast staff to file occasional stories for NPR broadcasts.

On‑Air Hosting – 10%

Performs on‑air responsibilities such as hosting live and pre‑recorded air shifts including Morning Edition and All Things Considered.

Community Engagement and Communication – 10%

Represents KNAU at periodic community, university and professional gatherings and meetings.

Provides program information for KNAU website and eblasts.

Fields story ideas from the public.

Participates in on‑air fundraising.

Other – 5%

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting, Communications or related field.

3–5 years of relevant experience.

*A combination of related education, experience, and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

2 years’ experience as a news reporter

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge:

Must have an excellent working knowledge of local news and public affairs production.

Knowledge of journalism principles and techniques, and broadcasting rules and regulations.

Knowledge about northern Arizona as well as in‑depth knowledge of state, regional, national and international issues

Knowledge of control boards, audio and automation, editing equipment, and other broadcast‑related devices.

Skills:

Professional news writing and interview skills.

Mastery of Associated Press (AP) style and knowledge of online formats.

Proficient in English composition, grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Planning and coordinating activities and establishing priorities.

Abilities:

Demonstrated ability and thorough knowledge of the highest journalism and editorial standards.

Conveys information in a clear, concise manner.

Writes, reports and produces network‑quality interviews and feature stories.

Exercises good judgment and professionalism in a fast‑paced environment.

Problem solving, organizational, 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.

Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veterans. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.

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In Summary: KNAU is the premier source of balanced news, cultural inspiration, and civil discourse in northern Arizona . The position is ideal for someone with a passion for storytelling, a strong editorial sense, and a love of public radio . Responsibilities Include Reporting – 75% Reports on issues of local significance . Produces and edits audio journalism pieces including news spots, 2‑way interviews, feature stories and other NPR‑style formats . Performs on‑air responsibilities such as hosting live and pre‑recorded air shifts .

En Español: KNAU es la principal fuente de noticias equilibradas, inspiración cultural y discurso civil en el norte de Arizona, sirviendo con orgullo como un servicio público de Northern Arizona University durante más de 40 años. Desde su primera firma en 1983, hemos crecido para proporcionar dos canales de programación Classical Music and News & Talk Reaching comunidades a través de una red cada vez mayor de transmisores y sistemas satelitales. Estamos profundamente comprometidos a reflejar las cualidades distintivas de nuestra región mientras operamos de manera eficiente y sostenible. Nuestro galardonado departamento de noticias ha ganado reconocimiento nacional, incluyendo docenas de premios Edward R. Murrow por excelencia en periodismo en Arizona. Esta posición es ideal para alguien con una pasión por la narración de historias, un fuerte sentido editorial y un amor a la radio pública. Las responsabilidades incluyen informar 75% Informes sobre temas de importancia local, adhiriéndose a los más altos estándares del periodismo público en radiodifusión. Produce y edita piezas de audioperiodismo incluyendo puntos de noticias, entrevistas bidireccionales, historias de largometraje y otros formatos al estilo NPR. Contribuye artículos de noticias a las transmisiones diarias. Colabora con un personal profesional de noticias en historias , series, podcasts y iniciativas más grandes. Crea historias basadas en web y otro contenido digital. Trabaja con los directores de NPR, NPR y el equipo de prensa nacional para presentar historias ocasionales para las emisiones publicitarias NPR . Salario anual proporcional a las calificaciones del candidato y la experiencia relacionada. La Universidad de Arizona del Norte es un Empleador comprometido en igualdad de oportunidades, incluidos los discapacitados / veteranos. NAU responde a las necesidades de parejas con doble carrera profesional.