Require MTPR Senior Producer/Podcast Host, KUFM- MTPR in Missoula, MT

Job title: MTPR Senior Producer/Podcast Host, KUFM- MTPR Company: University of Montana Job description: Application instructions are located at the bottom of the page. Please apply directly through the University of Montana's career portal UM Jobs at for positions at the University of Montana ? Missoula, University of Montana Western (Dillon), and Helena College. *Do not apply through Indeed.com or use easy apply through Indeed.com*. Campus-Only Recruitment Only current UM Employees* are eligible. *Open to all employee types including Temporary Staff and Student Employees. KUFM- Montana Public Radio invites applications for a Senior Producer/Podcast Host to oversee the production of an eight-part podcast series. This role will entail leading development, research, script-writing, reporting, voicing and sound design for the podcast. The person in this role will the lead planning and execution of each of these tasks, and delegate some duties to other staff on the project. This person will assist with assembling podcast episodes in a Digital Audio Workstation and marketing the completed podcast. This role will require a high level of initiative and independence. The person may also be required to travel out of state to collect reporting and sound for the project. Separate from the eight-part podcast series the position will assist in other production projects at Montana Public Radio. This position reports to the MTPR News Director. This position will supervise and give feedback to factcheckers and assistant producers/reporters on the podcast project. Required Skills

• Extensive knowledge of narrative audio writing, production, and reporting.
• Extensive knowledge of podcast production and presentation.
• Excellent speaking skills.
• Extensive knowledge of environmental policy
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor, behavior, and ability to interact with a wide variety of people.
• Knowledge of audio equipment and editing software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in narrative audio storytelling.
• Bachelor?s degree in journalism or related field

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of ?mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story. Position Details Position Title: MTPR Senior Producer/Podcast Host (Media Manager) Position Number: 091880 Department: Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), 12 months/year, Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, flexibility for news gathering Salary: $23.059/hr Union Affiliation: None Probationary Period: Six months minimum : Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program. Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans? or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position. How to Application Deadline: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time) Candidates are required to submit the following materials online via "New Resume/CV" button below. A complete application Includes: * Letter of Interest ? addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as ?Dear Search Committee? or ?Dear Hiring Manager? is acceptable.

• Detailed Resume ? listing education and describing work experience.
• Professional References ? names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

*ing through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to " section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above. Expected salary: $23059 per year Location: Missoula, MT Apply Job!