What are the responsibilities and job description for the Morning Edition Host, KUT, Moody College of Communication position at National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)?
Job ID: 74216
Job Views: 28
Location: Austin, Texas, United States
Zip Code: 78712
Job Category: Radio,
Employment Type
Salary: $68000 per year
Posted: 05.29.2026
Job Description
General Notes
For the first time in more than 20 years, KUT is searching for a new local “Morning Edition” host. This person will connect listeners to NPR’s national and international content while incorporating KUT and the Texas Newsroom’s strong local and statewide coverage into the show each morning.
KUT is the leader in the Austin radio market and a flagship station in the national public media landscape. The station is consistently ranked first in listenership in Austin, led by the local broadcast of National Public Radio’s “Morning Edition”.
Purpose
To host local live network news program under the supervision of the KUT Program Director and to produce newscasts and news material such as interviews and reports under the direction of the KUT News Director.
Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
$68,000 depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
Submit your application here. Please mark "yes" on the application for required materials. Failure to attach all additional materials listed may affect candidates being considered for the position.
Required Materials
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Employment Eligibility
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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Job Views: 28
Location: Austin, Texas, United States
Zip Code: 78712
Job Category: Radio,
Employment Type
Salary: $68000 per year
Posted: 05.29.2026
Job Description
General Notes
For the first time in more than 20 years, KUT is searching for a new local “Morning Edition” host. This person will connect listeners to NPR’s national and international content while incorporating KUT and the Texas Newsroom’s strong local and statewide coverage into the show each morning.
KUT is the leader in the Austin radio market and a flagship station in the national public media landscape. The station is consistently ranked first in listenership in Austin, led by the local broadcast of National Public Radio’s “Morning Edition”.
Purpose
To host local live network news program under the supervision of the KUT Program Director and to produce newscasts and news material such as interviews and reports under the direction of the KUT News Director.
Responsibilities
- Hosts and runs the radio control board to seamlessly integrate local news and other content into the daily live broadcast of Morning Edition. Writes, edits and delivers short news breaks. Presents show continuity, weather, traffic, breaking news, promotions and other local content during national show breaks.
- Hosts taped and live interviews, or two-ways, that air during local portions within Morning Edition. Books, researches, conducts and edits those interviews for air. Host news specials and coverage of special events for KUT News.
- Participates in on-air fundraising and makes special public appearances as assigned by Program Director. Is on call to serve as anchor for special coverage during emergencies and in rotation for weekend editing duties.
- Reports local news from KUT News for national programming as appropriate, participates in newsroom editorial and planning meetings, and participates in newsroom editing sessions and critiques set up by KUT Managing Editor.
- Write, produce, and track news stories for air that meet quality and accuracy standards of KUT News. Occasionally report spot news, features, and series work as assigned by Managing Editor. Ensure that all content produced meets KUT standards of accuracy, fairness, and balance. Actively incorporates multiple perspectives and voices into the editorial process. Identify omissions in our coverage and suggest ways to mitigate them.
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field, or equivalent professional experience and training.
- 5 years of experience as an on-air host of a news magazine program.
- 5 years of broadcast journalism experience.
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends, with the understanding that some extended hours may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with public radio and NPR broadcast clocks.
- News writing, reporting, digital recording, and production skills.
- Strong on-air reporting, writing, and technical abilities.
- Sound ethical judgment, with a firm commitment to objectivity, balance, and fairness.
- Familiarity with Austin, Texas.
- The ability to break news, engage audiences and expand one's source base with social media.
- Working knowledge of FCC guidelines and requirements.
- Demonstrate a confident, conversational on-air presence.
- Have experience operating broadcast equipment and managing an audio board during live on-air shifts.
- Be capable of working under deadline pressure in a live program environment, drawing on creativity and improvisation while maintaining accuracy, objectivity, and composure–all while hitting time posts, forward promoting content, and presenting news.
- Have a proven record of producing daily news stories and locally relevant features.
- Be proficient in audio editing with the ability to quickly turn around tape for broadcast.
- Be self-motivated.
$68,000 depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
- Typical office environment
- KUT runs “Morning Edition” unhosted from 4:00-5:00 a.m. and hosted from 5:00-9:00 a.m. KUT’s “Morning Edition” host should plan to arrive in time to prepare for that morning’s broadcast – usually by 4:30 a.m.
Submit your application here. Please mark "yes" on the application for required materials. Failure to attach all additional materials listed may affect candidates being considered for the position.
Required Materials
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
- 3 audio samples of you hosting and 3 audio samples of recorded features or interviews. Please upload as an MP3 file.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Employment Eligibility
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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