What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Newsroom Support Producer position at Educational Media Foundation - K-LOVE & Air1?
Overview:
This team member contributes to the news team in multiple ways including News desk duties, social media, the producing and scheduling of local public affairs programming.
This position works closely with the K-LOVE Public Affairs and Traffic teams.
Here's the experience we are seeking:
“As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMF makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate reasons. The Company is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and the promotion of equal employment opportunities regardless of protected class, characteristic or status. However, EMF is also a religious non-profit organization where all team members contribute to the Company’s mission of encouraging our audiences “to have a meaningful relationship with Christ.” Therefore, pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), EMF has the right to hire only candidates who agree with the Company’s Statement of Faith. Also, as a religious non-profit organization, the Company is not governed by the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act.”
Reporting to the Newsroom Manager, the Newsroom Support Producer is the eyes and ears of the K-LOVE Newsroom.
This team member contributes to the news team in multiple ways including News desk duties, social media, the producing and scheduling of local public affairs programming.
This position works closely with the K-LOVE Public Affairs and Traffic teams.
Here's the experience we are seeking:
- Minimum of 1-2 years related experience in the Broadcast Media.
- Demonstrated successful project management skills, ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel, database management, and scheduling software.
- Proficient with studio software applications including ProTools, Soundforge, TLC, Spot Depot, FTP.
- Proficient with all newsroom type broadcast equipment.
- Demonstrate acute attention to detail.
- A collaborative and flexible style, with strong service mentality. Need to be seen as a team player.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop sincere business/ministry relationships.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to the social sector with a passion for our mission and values.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree, or combination of education/training with relevant experience.
Here's some of what you will be doing:
- Be the eyes and ears of the Newsroom.. Monitor for any local K-LOVE market news that might warrant the creation and delivery of a Local News Breakaway. This would involve researching, verifying, writing and voicing updates. Alert News team leadership if a national crisis develops.
- As assigned, collect, edit, and produce interviews or News features for on-air use or to post as podcasts on websites and social media.
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Proactively manage portions of news web pages on K-LOVE digital platforms.
- Research and maintain awareness of breaking news stories, post stories on websites. Ensure pages are updated and relevant.
- Maintain the database of local Public Affairs programming and coordinate the scheduling of segments with the Public Affairs and Traffic teams.
- Maintain professional internal and external relationships that meet ministry core values.
- Maintain effective working internal team relationships and with external support departments.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
What can we offer you?
- Industry leading Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- Short/long term disability and life insurance
- Robust 401K with company match
- Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay
- Generous PTO, holiday and sick pay
- Unique company culture that includes exclusive access to concerts, movie premieres, media industry events, and more
- Leadership and Career Development Programs including free access to LinkedIn Learning platform
Why work for Educational Media Foundation, K-LOVE/Air1?
Educational Media Foundation (EMF) is a nonprofit, multi-platform media company on a mission to draw people closer to Christ. Founded in 1982 in Santa Rosa, CA, with a singular radio station, EMF today owns and operates the nation's two largest Christian music radio networks (K-LOVE and Air1) with over 1,000 broadcast signals across all 50 states, streaming audio reaching around the world, and a growing family of media ministries including podcasts, books, films, concerts, and events. EMF employs nearly 500 team members between its offices in Nashville, TN, Rocklin, CA, and field locations around the country. You can view our mission and values here Mission, Beliefs & Values.
“As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMF makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate reasons. The Company is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and the promotion of equal employment opportunities regardless of protected class, characteristic or status. However, EMF is also a religious non-profit organization where all team members contribute to the Company’s mission of encouraging our audiences “to have a meaningful relationship with Christ.” Therefore, pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), EMF has the right to hire only candidates who agree with the Company’s Statement of Faith. Also, as a religious non-profit organization, the Company is not governed by the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act.”