Morning Edition Producer, WFDD
Wake Forest University, Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job Description Summary
WFDD Public Radio is seeking a Morning Edition Producer / Radio News Producer to help lead local coverage during our station’s most widely heard program. Morning Edition reaches the largest share of WFDD’s audience, and this position plays a central role in delivering timely, relevant, and engaging local radio news each morning.
This role is ideal for a news-driven journalist and broadcast producer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a deep curiosity about what’s happening in their community.
The Morning Edition Producer helps shape daily local newscasts, track breaking and developing stories, write broadcast copy, and support the host in delivering clear and compelling audio journalism for listeners starting their day.
A cover letter is required. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. The cover letter should briefly describe your interest in the position and your approach to producing compelling morning radio news coverage.
Job Description This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.
Essential Functions Morning News Production
Produce and help stack local newscasts during Morning Edition
Write and edit broadcast-ready radio news copy
Monitor overnight developments, breaking news, and emerging stories across the coverage area
Respond to breaking news, severe weather, and public safety events by quickly gathering, verifying, and synthesizing information into clear, accurate, and broadcast-ready updates under tight deadlines
Identify the most relevant stories for the morning audience
Editorial Support
Work with reporters and editors to incorporate new reporting, tape, and interviews into morning content
Exercise strong news judgment when selecting and prioritizing stories
Help ensure the morning newscast reflects the most current information available
Interview & Segment Coordination
Schedule interviews and short segments tied to developing local stories
Assist with preparing hosts and reporters for live or recorded segments
Broadcast Operations
Operate studio equipment or run the board when necessary
Prepare audio clips and assist with basic audio editing
Coordinate with newsroom staff to keep the broadcast running smoothly
The strongest candidates will be:
News junkies who follow local, regional, and national news closely
Naturally curious journalists who constantly ask “What’s happening?”
Strong broadcast writers able to produce clear, conversational copy under deadline
Comfortable making editorial decisions in a live-news environment
Flexible team players who enjoy working across reporting, production, and technical roles
Energized by the pace and responsibility of live morning news
This position requires someone who is passionate about helping listeners start their day informed and connected to their community.
Other Functions On-Air Support
Serve as a fill-in host for local newscasts or other programming as needed
Contribute to fundraising campaigns and pledge drives, including on-air participation when appropriate
Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, media, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Understanding of journalistic ethics and standards
Familiarity with local, regional, and national news cycles
Knowledge of broadcast news structure and radio storytelling
Strong broadcast writing skills and the ability to produce clear, conversational copy under deadline
Demonstrated news judgment and ability to prioritize stories in a live news environment
Demonstrated ability to cover breaking news, severe weather, or public safety events, including rapidly synthesizing complex information into clear, accurate on-air copy
Ability to quickly synthesize information from multiple sources and translate it into broadcast-ready content
Basic audio editing and production skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and in a live broadcast environment
Ability to remain calm, decisive, and editorially sound during high-pressure, time-sensitive news situations
Ability to identify news developments and assess their relevance to local audiences
Ability to collaborate effectively with reporters, editors, and on-air hosts
Ability to adapt quickly to changing editorial priorities or breaking news situations
Ability to work early morning hours required for morning broadcast production
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in journalism, communications, media production, or a related field.
Familiarity with public radio programming and editorial standards
Knowledge of the communities and issues affecting northwest North Carolina and the surrounding region
Experience producing or writing for radio news, public radio, or broadcast journalism
Experience with audio editing software and broadcast production systems
Experience scheduling interviews and preparing hosts or reporters for live or recorded segments
Experience operating broadcast studio equipment
Ability to contribute on-air as a fill-in host
Ability to support fundraising campaigns and pledge drives
Ability to work collaboratively across editorial and production teams in a dynamic newsroom
Physical Requirements
Sedentary work primarily involves sitting/standing; communicating with others to exchange information; repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers; and assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
Environmental Conditions
No environmental conditions
We recognize that strong candidates may not meet every listed qualification. If you are passionate about journalism, excited about the opportunity to produce morning news for our audience, and believe you can contribute meaningfully to this role, we encourage you to apply.
Additional Job Description Time Type Requirement Full time
Note to Applicant This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.
Accommodations for Applicants If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.
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This role is ideal for a news-driven journalist and broadcast producer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a deep curiosity about what’s happening in their community.
The Morning Edition Producer helps shape daily local newscasts, track breaking and developing stories, write broadcast copy, and support the host in delivering clear and compelling audio journalism for listeners starting their day.
A cover letter is required. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. The cover letter should briefly describe your interest in the position and your approach to producing compelling morning radio news coverage.
Job Description This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.
Essential Functions Morning News Production
Produce and help stack local newscasts during Morning Edition
Write and edit broadcast-ready radio news copy
Monitor overnight developments, breaking news, and emerging stories across the coverage area
Respond to breaking news, severe weather, and public safety events by quickly gathering, verifying, and synthesizing information into clear, accurate, and broadcast-ready updates under tight deadlines
Identify the most relevant stories for the morning audience
Editorial Support
Work with reporters and editors to incorporate new reporting, tape, and interviews into morning content
Exercise strong news judgment when selecting and prioritizing stories
Help ensure the morning newscast reflects the most current information available
Interview & Segment Coordination
Schedule interviews and short segments tied to developing local stories
Assist with preparing hosts and reporters for live or recorded segments
Broadcast Operations
Operate studio equipment or run the board when necessary
Prepare audio clips and assist with basic audio editing
Coordinate with newsroom staff to keep the broadcast running smoothly
The strongest candidates will be:
News junkies who follow local, regional, and national news closely
Naturally curious journalists who constantly ask “What’s happening?”
Strong broadcast writers able to produce clear, conversational copy under deadline
Comfortable making editorial decisions in a live-news environment
Flexible team players who enjoy working across reporting, production, and technical roles
Energized by the pace and responsibility of live morning news
This position requires someone who is passionate about helping listeners start their day informed and connected to their community.
Other Functions On-Air Support
Serve as a fill-in host for local newscasts or other programming as needed
Contribute to fundraising campaigns and pledge drives, including on-air participation when appropriate
Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, media, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Understanding of journalistic ethics and standards
Familiarity with local, regional, and national news cycles
Knowledge of broadcast news structure and radio storytelling
Strong broadcast writing skills and the ability to produce clear, conversational copy under deadline
Demonstrated news judgment and ability to prioritize stories in a live news environment
Demonstrated ability to cover breaking news, severe weather, or public safety events, including rapidly synthesizing complex information into clear, accurate on-air copy
Ability to quickly synthesize information from multiple sources and translate it into broadcast-ready content
Basic audio editing and production skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and in a live broadcast environment
Ability to remain calm, decisive, and editorially sound during high-pressure, time-sensitive news situations
Ability to identify news developments and assess their relevance to local audiences
Ability to collaborate effectively with reporters, editors, and on-air hosts
Ability to adapt quickly to changing editorial priorities or breaking news situations
Ability to work early morning hours required for morning broadcast production
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in journalism, communications, media production, or a related field.
Familiarity with public radio programming and editorial standards
Knowledge of the communities and issues affecting northwest North Carolina and the surrounding region
Experience producing or writing for radio news, public radio, or broadcast journalism
Experience with audio editing software and broadcast production systems
Experience scheduling interviews and preparing hosts or reporters for live or recorded segments
Experience operating broadcast studio equipment
Ability to contribute on-air as a fill-in host
Ability to support fundraising campaigns and pledge drives
Ability to work collaboratively across editorial and production teams in a dynamic newsroom
Physical Requirements
Sedentary work primarily involves sitting/standing; communicating with others to exchange information; repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers; and assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
Environmental Conditions
No environmental conditions
We recognize that strong candidates may not meet every listed qualification. If you are passionate about journalism, excited about the opportunity to produce morning news for our audience, and believe you can contribute meaningfully to this role, we encourage you to apply.
Additional Job Description Time Type Requirement Full time
Note to Applicant This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.
Accommodations for Applicants If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.
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