Senior Producer I - Temp

Position Summary

The temporary Senior Producer is responsible for the creation and successful launch of a 12‑month cross‑channel pilot project. This show and modular content will include live radio, digital, video and social deliverables that inform, include and inspire with a heavy emphasis on “INSPIRE.” As a crucial MPR News team leader, the Senior Producer will develop the multilayered project from the ground up, working in tandem with and assigning/coordinating hosts, reporters, digital producers, and content across channels while meeting and exceeding the highest performance standards. This position requires a confident innovator who understands how to engage, serve, and grow audience, leveraging production experience as well as data‑driven analysis. Experience integrating the latest technology and tools that allow the audience to fully participate – from typical radio call‑in questions to all manner of digital feedback and interaction software – is a must. The role will align with news team leaders and members, as well as other MPR departments and external contractors, as necessary.
• This is a full‑time, temporary position for 12 months.
Position Responsibilities

Lead the pilot production team of hosts, reporters, digital editors and others as necessary
Create and implement the new cross‑channel pilot, including interactive audio, video cross‑channel content, such as a program, social explainers, digital publication, and more
Plan and fully execute all weekly deliverables that align with the strategy and goals of serving and growing audience and members
Serve as a leader within the MPR News organization, collaborating on external‑focused and cross‑divisional projects, and working with external entities for pilot success, including live special events
Duties as assigned
Required Education And Experience

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education or work experience
7 or more years of experience, and at least 3 years of experience as a producer of a multiplatform program, episodic podcast, documentary, and/or investigative series
Required Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

Experience in maintaining high journalistic standards and performance, such as AP style, accuracy and fairness, under deadline pressure
Track record of strong decision‑making and independent work, ideally launching innovative pilot projects or programs
Ability to work creatively, make interpretive judgments, and develop solutions
Superior team leadership incorporating organizational, written and general communication skills
Knowledge of broadcast (audio and video) and/or print journalism newsgathering practices
Ability to assign and manage coverage of challenging news events
Strong interest in engagement tools to increase audience reach
Willingness to contribute to and participate in fostering a culture of equity and inclusion in support of company goals
Preferred Skills And Experience

Experience using WordPress, or similar content management systems
Audio and/or video editing
Data journalism training
Knowledge of Spanish, Hmong, Somali, or another language used by large populations of Minnesotans
Physical Demands And Working Conditions

Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to manage some work outside of standard office hours as needed
Physical Demands:

Required to move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods of time
Required to move about in the community
Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping

Working Conditions:

Moderate noise level

Benefits

APMG offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical plans with HSA and FSA options, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave and Paid Caregiver Leave after 1 year, Vacation (3 weeks per year, pro‑rated, based on hours worked), Sick time (12 days, pro‑rated, based on hours worked), Holiday Pay (10 holidays + 2 floating holidays each year), Volunteer Time (8 hours per year), Long-Term Care and Critical Illness insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan, and more.
Equal Opportunity Statement

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply.

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