Morning Edition Host, KERA News
- Job Title
- Morning Edition Host, KERA News
- Job ID
- 27664253
- Location
- Dallas, TX 75201
- Other Location
- Description
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MORNING EDITION HOST, KERA NEWS
KERA, the public broadcasting organization for North Texas is hiring a host and board operator to take over one of our station’s most visible and influential on-air roles.
WHO WE ARE:
KERA reaches more than 2 million people weekly through KERA TV, KERA News, KXT and Art&Seek. For more than 60 years, North Texans have turned to KERA as a destination for trusted educational programming and initiatives, community engagement and lifelong learning.
As we seek to recognize and reflect the increasing diversity among our audiences, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and with diverse perspectives to consider employment opportunities at KERA.
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE:
The Morning Edition Host will play a critical role in making sure KERA is reaching our North Texas audiences each morning with reliable, in-the-moment information. With the morning newscaster, they will be a key voice and face of KERA’s effort to cement itself as a credible and dynamic news organization.
The ideal candidate will be able to work both collaboratively with staff and independently, executing a conversational, credible sound and exhibiting professionalism in all situations. We’re looking for someone with excellent board operation skills and an ability to craft dynamic, seamless breaks. Collaboration is key to this role and achieving the sound we seek for KERA’s Morning Edition.
The ideal candidate will have radio experience, and be willing to bring a fresh, conversational sound to our morning programming.
The Morning Edition Host position will report to the KERA News Program Director and is classified as FLSA non-exempt, which is eligible for overtime.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:- Serve as a high-profile local host on KERA FM, leading work on the most-listened-to show of the week for a discerning audience that craves and strongly supports good, local journalism.
- Plan, stack and execute dynamic, conversational breaks that engage audiences and deliver a variety of promotional, informational and news content
- Serve on behalf of KERA as a spokesperson and/or representative at assigned station events or other community related forums. Be comfortable and capable as a public speaker
- Work in a live and pre-recorded broadcast environment with ease, and at times, with limited preparation
- Operate and manage multiple inter-connecting broadcast systems and technologies
- Write liner copy to promote top stories and other KERA News priorities throughout the day
- Produce daily programming promos and voice other production copy
- Occasionally contribute to breaking news coverage and special coverage outside of normally scheduled shift
- Participate in on-air and online fundraising as needed
- Be an active participant in KERA’s work towards equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.
- Work in a manner that is consistent with KERA’s mission, vision and values; and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
- Comply with KERA’s COVID policies.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
This list of job duties is not exhaustive and is subject to regular reviews and updates.
WHO YOU ARE:
We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences and passions. If you don't meet every job qualification but have some of these skills and think you’re the right person for the job, we'd like to hear from you. Please apply and tell us more about yourself.- 3+ years of hosting experience
- Comfortable and willing to be creative in a live broadcast environment
- Skilled broadcast board operator with knowledge of FCC radio requirements
- Professional, punctual and able to work an early shift
- Significant experience working with a team and a desire to collaborate
- High proficiency with computer apps and software
BONUS IF YOU BRING:- Knowledge of communities and culture in North Texas and around the state
- Previous experience in public media, especially at an NPR member station in a top 25 market
- A news or journalism background
- Experience producing, recording and engineering audio content
- Experience using social media as a high-profile individual in media
- Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
- $65,000-$70,0000 depending on experience
BENEFITS- Generous vacation, sick, personal time and holidays
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible scheduling and hybrid work environment
- 403b plan with KERA-match after 1 year
- Culture focused on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
- Robust employee assistance program
LOCATION:
KERA is returning to in-person work from the pandemic. We expect that this position to work out of our office at least 90% of the time.
HOW TO APPLY:- Complete the application on KERA’s employment page.
- Please include a cover letter indicating why you’re excited about joining the KERA team
KERA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
KERA believes that diversity is important to our success. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
