Part-time Producer-reporter: WUGA News

Posting Information
Posting Number : G/R32996P

Working Title : Part-time Producer-reporter: WUGA News

Department : MarComm-WUGA

Employment Type : Employee

Additional Schedule Information : 19 hours per week

Anticipated Start Date : 06/01/2026

Posting Date : 05/01/2026

Open Until Filled : Yes

Location of Vacancy : Athens Area

EEO Statement : The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Summary
The Part-time Producer will assist reporters and producers with planning, producing and editing stories for daily newscasts and our weekly news program, Athens News Matters. Book guests for studio and remote interviews. Assist in production of content for station website and social media.

Duties & Responsibilities

Feature and spot news production and editing. Assist reporters and producers with planning, producing and editing stories for daily newscasts and our weekly news program, Athens News Matters - 70%

Assist in production of content for station website and social media - 25%

Other duties as assigned - 5%

Classification & Compensation Information
Classification Title : Temporary Office/Clerical

FLSA : Non-Exempt

FTE : 49

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

Familiarity with the programming on WUGA, Georgia Public Broadcasting, and NPR.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with writing or audio samples.

Learning new software, or familiarity with Adobe Audition.

Work independently in changing environments to meet deadlines.

Understanding of public media journalism standards and style.

Exceptionally qualified candidates will also have an understanding of the Athens community in all its facets, and a knowledge of local issues.

Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact
Contact Name : Alexia Ridley

Contact Email : aridley@uga.edu

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