On Call Announcer

KUOW Public Radio; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio is seeking an On Call Announcer to join our Seattle team on a temporary, hourly basis. The role includes live announcing during assigned shifts and prerecording breaks for overnight automation.

Candidates must be able to work a varied schedule, including some early mornings, evenings and weekends, with weekend work and after-hours commitments.

This position offers hourly pay and opportunities to contribute to KUOW's programming and on-air fundraising drives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of professional experience including audio production and announcing.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary announcer and board operator for assigned shift.
• Monitor system and KUOW communications and news wire to provide programming updates.
• Produce, plan, write, edit and voice both live and automated break content during shift.
• Prerecord announcing breaks for automated programming.
• Assist with distribution systems using Content Depot, PRX Exchange, FTP, in conjunction with Zetta and NewsBoss.
• Attends and participates in department or organization meetings and trainings.
• Provide production support for on-air fundraising drives, as assigned.
• Support internal station initiatives.

Skills

Audio production

Announcing

Broadcast operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Content Depot

PRX Exchange

FTP

Zetta

NewsBoss

Job description

Job Description

KUOW has an outstanding opportunity for On Call Announcer to join their team.

Job Description

KUOW has an outstanding opportunity for On Call Announcer to join their team.

About This Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Audience, the On-Call Announcer is responsible for an assigned on-air shift. The position includes live announcing during assigned shift as well as recording breaks for overnight automation.

This is a temporary, hourly on-call position with work on weekdays and weekends. Candidates must be able to work a varied schedule when required, including some early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Key Responsibilities

Announcing (85%)

• Serve as primary announcer and board operator for assigned shift.
• Monitor system and KUOW communications and news wire to provide programming updates
• Produce, plan, write, edit and voice both live and automated break content during shift
• Prerecord announcing breaks for automated programming

Audio Distribution (10%)

• Assist with Public Radio Program Distribution system using broadcast software such as Content Depot, PRX Exchange, FTP, in conjunction with Zetta and NewsBoss.

Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

• Attends and participates in department or organization meetings and trainings
• Provide production support for on-air fundraising drives, as assigned.
• Support internal station initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of professional experience including audio production and announcing.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work in live broadcasting environment, including taking direction from in-studio producer or network communications.
• Ability to work alone in broadcast studio outside of regular business hours.

Working Conditions

• Duties will require weekend work and working outside of regular business hours on weekdays.
• Cubicle/Open workspace environment which may result in additional or higher levels of noise and visual distractions.
• Ability to work alone, without supervision, during weekends, early mornings and evenings.

KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio

KUOW is Seattle’s NPR news station. We are an independent, nonprofit news organization producing award-winning journalism, podcasts and events in service to the 3.9 million people in our coverage area. As a self-sustaining service of the University of Washington, our mission is to create and serve a more informed public with a vision to broaden conversations and deepen understanding

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$35.51 hourly

Pay Range Maximum

$35.51 hourly

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

0.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

SAG-AFTRA - Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists - KUOW

About The UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.