Radio Producer/Announcer

WGBH Educational Foundation; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

GBH News is seeking a sharp and dependable part‑time Radio Producer/Announcer to host evening radio newscasts and help set the news agenda for the following morning's broadcasts within Morning Edition. This role requires a self‑starter with excellent news judgment, strong writing skills, and the ability to react quickly and accurately to breaking news.

The ideal candidate is an experienced broadcaster who can deliver clear, engaging newscasts while also serving as an essential member of the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years hosting, anchoring, or reporting for radio, audio, or broadcast news.
• Experience with public radio or public media news operations.
• Ability to react quickly to breaking news and maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Host and deliver live evening newscasts on weekday evenings and Sunday afternoons.
• Write, edit, and update newscast copy for broadcast.
• Record and produce additional news breaks and updates as needed.
• Maintain a professional, conversational, and authoritative on‑air presence.
• Ensure all broadcasts meet journalistic, editorial, and legal standards.
• Monitor local, regional, national, and international news developments throughout each shift.
• Identify, write, and prepare fresh headlines for the next morning's Morning Edition.
• Collaborate with editors, producers, reporters, and assignment staff to ensure coverage reflects the day's most important developments.
• Verify facts, sources, and information before publication or broadcast.
• Contribute story ideas and editorial recommendations based on evolving news priorities.
• Respond quickly to breaking news events and rapidly changing situations.
• Update scripts and newscasts in real time as new information becomes available.
• Coordinate with newsroom leadership and reporters to ensure accurate and timely coverage.
• Exercise strong editorial judgment during high‑pressure news situations.
• Operate an in-studio control board and other broadcast production software during live programming.

Skills

News judgment

Writing

Copy editing

Audio production

Public radio experience

Deadline-driven

Stakeholder communication

Broadcast systems

Editing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Broadcast software

Audio editing tools

Job description

GBH enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives. At GBH, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are hybrid and work both from home and onsite. Our current hybrid approach requires staff to work onsite a minimum of two days each week, every Tuesday and Wednesday, Hybrid staff are also welcome to come in additional days each week or may be asked to come in on other days by their manager.

Department Overview

GBH News is a multi-platform local newsroom headquartered in Boston. Our goal — through in-depth, high-quality journalism — is to inform, educate and enlighten our audience. We cover the immediate news of the day as well issues and developments that shape our community and culture. GBH News broadcasts and streams local, national, and international news, produces local talk shows, and publishes a wide variety of locally sourced news online. Through GBH's statewide initiative, Connecting the Commonwealth, we provide expansive coverage from the Cape and Islands through CAI, across Central Massachusetts through our Worcester bureau, and into Western Massachusetts through NEPM. We aim to reflect the diverse communities we serve in our journalism and our newsroom culture.

Position Overview

GBH News is seeking a sharp and dependable part‑time Radio Producer/Announcer to host evening radio newscasts and help set the news agenda for the following morning's broadcasts within Morning Edition. This role requires a self‑starter with excellent news judgment, strong writing skills, and the ability to react quickly and accurately to breaking news. The ideal candidate is an experienced broadcaster who can deliver clear, engaging newscasts while also serving as an essential member of the newsroom's daily editorial operation. They will be responsible for producing and updating local and regional headlines, monitoring developing stories, and ensuring that listeners receive timely, accurate, and relevant news coverage. They will also be adept in operating studio equipment during live broadcasts.

Responsibilities

• Host and deliver live evening newscasts on weekday evenings and Sunday afternoons.
• Write, edit, and update newscast copy for broadcast.
• Record and produce additional news breaks and updates as needed.
• Maintain a professional, conversational, and authoritative on‑air presence.
• Ensure all broadcasts meet journalistic, editorial, and legal standards.
• Monitor local, regional, national, and international news developments throughout each shift.
• Identify, write, and prepare fresh headlines and newscast material for the next morning's Morning Edition broadcast.
• Collaborate with editors, producers, reporters, and assignment staff to ensure coverage reflects the day's most important developments.
• Verify facts, sources, and information before publication or broadcast.
• Contribute story ideas and editorial recommendations based on evolving news priorities.
• Respond quickly to breaking news events and rapidly changing situations.
• Update scripts and newscasts in real time as new information becomes available.
• Coordinate with newsroom leadership and reporters to ensure accurate and timely coverage.
• Exercise strong editorial judgment during high‑pressure news situations.
• Operate an in-studio control board and other broadcast production software during live programming.

Skillset

• Excellent news judgment and understanding of public media journalism.
• Strong writing, editing, and copy‑producing skills.
• Knowledge of local, regional, national, and international news.
• Ability to work independently and make sound editorial decisions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate and dissipate information to multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• Experience with public radio or public media news operations.
• Audio production and digital editing skills.
• Demonstrates initiative and works effectively with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with newsroom automation and broadcast systems.
• Experience covering breaking news and live special coverage.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience hosting, anchoring, or reporting for radio, audio, or broadcast news.

Job Specifics

• Boston based position.
• Availability to work Sunday through Thursday, including evening and weekend hours; flexibility to work off hours during breaking news.
• This is a CWA Local 1400 union position.

Salary Range

$52,600 - $64,700 Compensation offered within this range is determined by skills, experience and internal pay equity.

Equal Opportunity

GBH is an equal opportunity employer. The community and audience we serve are diverse, and we wish to foster that diversity in our workplace. Toward that end, GBH does not discriminate against individuals in hiring, employment, or promotion based on race, religion, color, sex/gender, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, political belief, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Process Assistance

GBH will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate an accommodation request, contact the Human Resource department by sending an email to [e-mail] or by calling 617-300-2000.