KPBS Supervising Audio Producer
San Diego, CA, United States
Overview
The salary range for this position is $5,833.33 - $6,666.67 per month ($70,000 - $80,000 per year) depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.
This position is required to work the morning shift starting around 7:00AM (PST).
KPBS serves the greater San Diego community with informative, cultural, entertaining and educational television, radio, and web programming. KPBS TV/FM is the public television and radio station for San Diego. Licensed to San Diego State University, KPBS supports and furthers the university’s educational and community service mission by informing, enlightening and empowering its audience. It does so not only by presenting national and locally produced programming of value to its San Diego audience, but also by producing programming about San Diego and its people for distribution nationwide.
Under the supervision of the Senior Producer for Audio News, the Supervising Audio Producer leads KPBS's morning, midday and afternoon newscast team, and collaborates with the Midday Edition team, the San Diego News Now podcast team and other units in the newsroom and at KPBS. Responsibilities include bringing creative ideas and fresh approaches to newscasts, leveraging the immediacy of broadcast news all while emphasizing writing for the ear through a conversational and welcoming delivery.
This position will work the morning shift and supervise the Morning Edition and All Things Considered anchors and two student assistants, and works closely with other News department managers, producers, editors, anchors, hosts, production and engineering staff to plan, create, critique, innovate and improve newscasts. This position is also expected to help foster an inclusive, equitable and welcoming environment within the organization.
Perksyou'll enjoy as a member of #teamKPBS
Working on a college campus & in public media: Access to campus facilities and staff perks, farmer's market Tuesday's, tons of eateries, community events, entertainment, etc.
Hybrid schedule/ remote work flexibility options (varies by job)
10 vacation days, 1 personal day & 13 holidays off (4+ days off over winter break)
Enjoy a 'beautiful day in the neighborhood' with local employee discounts
Opportunity drawings to attend SDSU basketball games, local concerts and events
Discounts on local attractions (theme parks, entertainment, restaurants, memberships)
Free wellness classes & programs
Monthly pop-up events
Full benefits packages that are unmatched (medical, dental, vision, life)
Sick leave accruals and paid leave options
On-site childcare at a discounted rate (based on availability)
Opportunities for continued learning and professional development
Flexible spending account(s)
Employee assistance program
Matching and voluntary retirement savings plan
Responsibilities
The following information is intended to be representative of the work performed by incumbents in this position and is not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of position responsibilities. Job descriptions may be changed at any time based on the needs of the department.
The Supervising Audio Producer is responsible for but not limited to:
Management 45%
Daily planning, production and execution of KPBS's radio newscasts on terrestrial signals, KPBS.org and other on-demand platforms, while following the editorial agenda of KPBS News.
Oversee scheduling, provide on-going feedback and facilitate performance evaluations for direct reports.
Edit and review daily audio news and features with an eye towards audio quality; report issues and changes made to Sr. Producer for Audio News.
Responsible for longer term planning to better serve and build the audience.
Participate in news specials as pitched or assigned (i.e., elections, civic engagement).
Communicate daily rundown and production schedules with production and news staff.
Editorial 35%
Stack Morning Edition newscasts.
Responsible for helping the station get breaking news on radio and other audio platforms.
Book and assist with live or taped reporter two-ways that will air on Morning Edition and All Things Considered.
Identify content from outside partners (CPRN, TCR, CA Hub, inewsource, 10News, NPR), Midday Edition, Evening Edition and San Diego News Now that’s relevant to the Morning Edition and All Things Considered audiences.
Direct student assistants in repurposing content for Morning Edition and All Things Considered.
Producing 10%
Research, write, edit and produce newscast content when necessary.
Fill in as a producer on Midday Edition, Roundtable and San Diego News Now when other backups are not available.
Responsible for following sound journalism and ethics practices, and for ensuring that all releases and clearances are obtained.
Other Duties and Responsibilities as Assigned 10%
Attend newsroom and KPBS meetings; record keeping, correspondence, phone calls, supplies and equipment; other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Abilities
Demonstrated experience creating, editing and managing broadcast news content
Demonstrated experience producing high-quality news
Demonstrated knowledge of excellent news judgment
Demonstrated ability to work within a live news environment
Demonstrated understanding of news formats including two-ways, produced features, audio postcards,, series, using audience voice recordings, and production and pacing
Ability to work quickly and make timely and effective decisions in situations requiring prompt attention
Ability to work under multiple daily deadlines, plan ahead and prioritize multiple tasks
Demonstrated success as a creative, effective and forward-thinking team leader
Ability to generate creative ideas and fresh approaches to familiar subjects
Demonstrated experience with news-gathering, writing and editorial skills for broadcast, web and social media required
Demonstrated experience with audio recording and editing
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and to interact effectively with co-workers
Demonstrated command of the English language, grammar and style
Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to high ethical standards
Knowledge of computer skills and standard office software packages
Must have valid driver's license, appropriate auto insurance coverage and access to personal vehicle when KPBS vehicle is unavailable
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree in journalism or relevant field, or additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
Minimum Experience
Three years full-time professional experience in news
Preferred Qualifications
Four years experience in broadcast news or news magazine producer
Newsroom supervisory experience, including hiring, managing, coaching and evaluating professional journalists.
Experience with short- and long-term planning.
Broad knowledge of current San Diego regional issues.
Experience working in public media and appreciation of the public media mission.
Fluency in Spanish
Additional Applicant Information:
Candidates must reside in California, or be willing to relocate, and live within a commutable distance to the SDSU campus at the time of hire.
Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results (including a criminal record check).
San Diego State University Research Foundation is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets/Title IX Employer
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