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Employment Opportunities

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Currently Open Positions:
Part-time Substitute Host

Part-time Substitute Host

WMUK-FM seeks a Part-time Substitute Host to join our award-winning news team filling in as a host for NPR’s Morning Edition and All Things Considered on our 102.1 FM news channel.

Position Description

We are looking for a qualified and energetic candidate who has an excellent on-air presence and strong reporting, writing and production skills. They will utilize these skills to become a substitute news host for WMUK-FM’s portion of NPR’s flagship news magazines. This person will serve in a pool to provide backup hosting duties in the event the primary host is unable to perform their shift. Hours will be on an as-needed basis.

The ideal candidate will be a strong reporter, writer and host with experience hosting Morning Edition and/or All Things Considered from NPR. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have some audio production experience. Pleasing on-air delivery and a proven ability to collaborate effectively are strongly desired.

Overview

WMUK 102.1 FM is public radio from Western Michigan University and a founding NPR member station.As the Kalamazoo-based NPR affiliate for the West Michigan region, WMUK is on a dynamic path of growth and change, instituting a major format change from news to music on our main channel, and the launching of a new classical service on 89.9 FM.

Our mission is to share knowledge, explore ideas and tell compelling stories that engage listeners and communities across Western Michigan and beyond.Our vision is to become the regional NPR station of choice for a growing community of public radio listeners and supporters.

Primary Duties

  • Fill in as host of NPR's Morning Edition and All Things Considered newsmagazines for WMUK, including anchoring and producing local breaks, editing and rewriting news content, engineering the board, seamlessly transitioning between national and local programming, and forward-promotion of upcoming segments and programs.
  • Write, edit and anchor newscasts for Morning Edition and All Things Considered. Also announce weather, traffic and other information during breaks in the programs.
  • Actively participate in on-air membership drives, including but not limited to on-air pitching segments soliciting listener contributions.
  • Occasional audio production work.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of one year of relevant experience.
  • Broadcast experience in voicing news stories or live hosting.
  • Strong broadcast writing skills, including familiarity with AP style.
  • Experience with single and multi-track audio editing and production.

Desired Qualifications

Two years hosting and/or journalism experience.

  • Ability to speak clearly and comfortably on-air.
  • Ability to produce daily and breaking news on tight deadlines.
  • Strong knowledge of Adobe Audition version 24.0 or newer, and best field recording techniques.
  • Experience with on-air fundraising.

Application Requirements

Along with cover letter and resume, applicants must submit a sample of broadcast copywriting, and additionally an audio demo featuring minimum of one-minute of hosting and/or reporting work (link or physical media is acceptable).

Pay Range

This is a part-time non-benefits-eligible position with hours determined by scheduling needs, with a compensation rate of $25.00/hr.

Reports to:     Sehvilla Mann, News Director, WMUK 102.1 FM
Submit application requirements to:             employment@wmuk.org

Position is open until filled. WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.