Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)
Application
Details
Posted: 15-Jul-23
Location: Bloomington, Indiana,
Type: Part-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 307123
Department
RADIO-TELEVISION SERVICES (BL-RTVS-IUBLA)
Department Information
To learn more about WTIU/WFIU, visit our website here.
Job Summary
The WFIU/WTIU News Bureau seeks a part-time producer/newscaster to write, produce, and anchor newscasts during NPR's flagship afternoon news program, All Things Considered.
Works within local and network clock restrictions, prepares, writes and reads the state and local news contained within the program.
Assess the importance of any emergency information that needs to be aired live.
Checks wire services for additional local news material, updates newscasts with fresh reporting, and posts stories online throughout the afternoon and evening.
Performs this task in the main on-air studio of WFIU; the broadcast is aired live through the station's Indiana signal network, and streamed globally through the WFIU streaming service.
Performs content on the flagship national radio broadcast to WFIU listeners and provides local news content inserts.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
Bachelor's degree (or degree in progress) in journalism, media production, or related field
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
1 year of experience in broadcast or journalism related field
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
Possess a valid driver?s license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University
SKILLS
Preferred
In-depth understanding of journalistic principles, particularly as they apply to public media
Hands-on experience in writing, reporting, editing, production and on-air delivery in radio and TV and for the web
Ability to produce a television or radio news story from conception to broadcast
Experience working with multi-platform technologies and the ability to adapt material to a variety of platforms while adhering to AP style guidelines
Ability to function in a fast-paced 24/7/365 news environment
Ability to assess national/international content, and adjust local news insert material accordingly
Ability to make independent decisions, since the programs are live
Working Conditions / Demands
Must be able to complete the functions of the job with or without an accommodation.
As mentioned in the "Qualifications" section, candidates must possess a valid driver's license with the willingness to drive as driving is a requirement of the role.
Additional Information
This is a part-time, temporary position (29 hour per week) which will be funded through December 1, 2023.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
Selected candidate will be offered $14.00 per hour.
Work Hours
Role may involve occasional evening, weekend, and/or holiday work.
Usual hours are 1:00pm-6:30pm Monday through Friday.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator.See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
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About Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)
IUPUI, a partnership between Indiana and Purdue universities, is Indiana’s urban research and academic health sciences campus.IUPUI’s mission is to advance the state of Indiana and the intellectual growth of its citizens to the highest levels nationally and internationally through research and creative activity, teaching and learning, and civic engagement.By offering a distinctive range of bachelor’s, master’s, professional, and Ph.D. degrees, IUPUI promotes the educational, cultural, and economic development of central Indiana and beyond through innovative collaborations, external partnerships, and a strong commitment to diversity.
