What are the responsibilities and job description for the KUNM Senior Host Reporter position at The University of New Mexico?
Position Summary
Hosts National Public Radio (NPR) news programs and local broadcasts, delivering continuity elements, underwriting, promotions, and weather updates. Operates and engineers audio equipment for broadcasts. Produces and delivers newscasts and feature stories for broadcast and online publication by collecting and analyzing information, conducting interviews, and attending events. Combines advanced hosting and reporting responsibilities with leadership roles, including training, mentoring, and serving as an editorial resource for news staff.
The hosts anchor the KUNM broadcast of NPR news magazine shows (Morning Edition, 5a - 8a, and / or All Things Considered, 5p - 7p) Monday through Friday.
This includes producing four newscasts in each show using KUNM-produced content, Associated Press wire content, and stories from other news sites that require rewriting for broadcast. Hosts also produce program breaks, engineer live broadcasts of satellite feeds and queue up public affairs content.
The job requires anchoring live breaking news events as needed, creating and updating online versions of newscast content, and engaging with the audience using online content and social media. Hosts also anchor live fundraisers with other station staff.
Morning Edition shift is 4 : 30a - 8 : 30a, ATC is 3p-7p
Reporters will initiate independent research, investigation, and story development in consultation with the News Director.
They will write and prepare stories for broadcast and publication online. They will work as a member of the team to establish the nature and focus of stories and also create social media content from their stories.
Conditions of Employment
- Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications :
Hosting :
Reporting :
Additional RequirementsPlease be sure to read the Job description for complete details on weekday work hours. CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentKUNM (402A) Employment TypeStaff Staff TypeRegular - Full-Time Term End Date StatusExempt PayMonthly : $3,697.20 - $5,191.33 Benefits EligibleThis is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the home page for a more information.
