The News Assistant will help the News Director lead the Redwood Community Radio KMUD-FM local News Department in its mission to provide a thoughtful, relevant and significant public service. The KMUD Newsroom Assistant will help listeners to both participate in, and make informed decisions that reflect the values of the RCR community.
The News Assistant will maintain high editorial, ethical and technical standards for news production and reporting. Open and honest communication in all internal and external newsroom collaborations is expected.
Position starting Mid December
DUTIES:
Assist with coordinating editorial priorities for the Newsroom
Anchor the Local News (2-3x per week)
File reports and assist with story selection on a day-to-day basis, and initiate “specials, themes,” and follow up stories
Edit and appraise all work for air when producing and anchoring newscast
Ensure diversity of local coverage; focusing on under-reported, under-represented stories with relevance to the RCR community
Represent the station in public appearances
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of audio editing software
Experience in news environment preferred
Experience in broadcast production, web content, news writing and news editing, a plus
Knowledge of local and regional issues
Must possess effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Online research, multimedia production, word and spreadsheet processing
Excellent memory for details, a plus
Able to meet daily deadlines under potentially stressful conditions
Comfortable multi-tasking
Redwood Community Radio is willing to train the right applicant.
Standing/Sitting is required for over 6 hours per day
COMPENSATION
The Newsroom Assistant is a part time staff position (16 hours/wk).
May require additional and or flexible hours as needed.
Compensation is $17.00-$20.00 based on experience.
TO APPLY:
We must receive a job application by December 11th. Job application is available on KMUD.org in the Community dropdown menu. We recommend you also submit a cover letter, resume, and an example of prior content created. Interviews will begin November 18th, 2024. Your application can be emailed to hiring@kmud.org or mailed to P.O. Box 135 Redway, CA 95560. You can also hand deliver your application to the KMUD studios at 1144 Redway Dr., Redway CA.
Equal Opportunity Employer
KMUD Community Radio is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law, including California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).
KMUD observes all state and federal employment laws.
