Due South Producer

Department

WUNC-FM-259000
Career Area

Public Relations/Communications/Marketing
Posting Open Date

08/14/2026
Application Deadline

09/04/2026
Open Until Filled

No
Position Type

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title

Due South Producer
Appointment Type

EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number

20056902
Vacancy ID

NF0009956
Full Time/Part Time

Full-Time Permanent
FTE

1
Hours per week

40
Position Location

North Carolina, US
Hiring Range

$65,000 - $78,000
Proposed Start Date

09/28/2026
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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

consistently ranks as

one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of

professional training opportunities

for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy

exclusive perks

for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a

comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

WUNC Radio provides quality news, information and entertainment programming to a broad listening audience that includes North Carolina, the United States and the world. WUNC serves North Carolinians from Greensboro to the Outer Banks through a network of ten stations.
Position Summary

The Due South Producer creates and produces content for Due South, WUNC’s daily news and public affairs program, which includes interviews, analysis, and features on a variety of subjects (news, politics, culture, etc.) of interest in North Carolina.
Primary responsibilities for this position include selecting and researching show topics, pre-interviewing and booking guests, writing scripts and promotional materials, and editing audio recordings for broadcasts.
The Due South Producer will also create content for digital and social media platforms, participate in fundraising activities and station events, may occasionally fill-in for the Executive Producer, and other duties as assigned.
The Due South Producer reports to the Executive Producer and works in collaboration with the co-hosts and producer colleagues. The team will actively work to ensure that a diversity of stories and participants are selected for production, and that our content is relevant and accessible to diverse audiences.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity or comparable background in independent academic or instructional activities, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. This experience may be related to the direction/oversight of programs that focus the academic and research resources of a higher education institution towards community or regional issues.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Creativity and initiative
Demonstrated ability to plan and meet deadlines, working with materials from a variety of sources and collaborators
Demonstrated ability to work with colleagues effectively and collaboratively
Demonstrated ability to include diverse stories and participants in programming
A familiarity with North Carolina news and culture
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Knowledge of radio broadcasting equipment and digital editing programs preferred
Experience with public radio or related not-for-profit fundraising preferred
Experience as an audio producer on a broadcast show or podcast in public media preferred
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

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