Assistant Producer, Politics (Temporary, 12 months)

The NPR Politics Podcast is one of the top political podcasts in the country. Its cast of NPR reporters and editors get together every weekday to talk through the big political news and try to make sense of it all—through a lively, engaging format—all for an incredibly loyal audience. Now, with the 2024 election underway, we’re adding to the team for what will be the biggest story of the next year and a half.

We’re looking for a creative and versatile Assistant Producer with a passion for political news to help produce the podcast through the 2024 election cycle.

This is a full-time short-term position beginning late 2023 and extending through December 2024. It is based in Washington, DC, will require some travel and weekend work and a willingness to be flexible with your schedule.

Collective Bargaining Agreement Statement (only use for union represented roles): This is a union represented role covered under the terms of a collective bargaining agreement with SAG-AFTRA.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the producer in all elements of podcast production;
Write or create first drafts of host/reporter questions for interviews or scripts;
Conduct research and fact-check the podcast;
Gather tape, assist with studio booking, production and mixing;
Stays current with major political stories and suggests story ideas;
Writes headlines and other copy for digital media use with minimal re-writing by editors.

The above duties and responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be assigned, and this job description can be modified at any time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

2-4 years of radio production experience on broadcast digital audio workstations (i.e. MTE/DAVID, Dalet, ProTools or similar);
At least one year of experience working with daily deadlines;
Knowledge of and interest in political news;
Experience with journalism-related research and demonstrated ability to collect, organize and disseminate information;
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously under stringent timeframes and changing priorities/conditions;
Ability to work independently but also work well as part of a team;
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Proven ability to consistently work well with others, demonstrating at all times respect for the diverse constituencies at NPR and within the public radio system;

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in work experience)

WORK LOCATION

On-site: This is an on-site role based in Washington, DC .

JOB TYPE

This is a temporary (12-month) full time position.

COMPENSATION

Salary Range: The U.S. based anticipated salary range for this opportunity is $75,000 plus benefits. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum salaries NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.

Benefits: NPR offers access to comprehensive benefits for employees and dependents. Regular, full-time employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible to enroll in NPR’s benefits options. Benefits include access to health and wellness, paid time off, and financial well-being. Plan options include medical, dental, vision, life/ accidental death and dismemberment, long-term disability, short-term disability, and voluntary retirement savings to all eligible NPR employees.

Does this sound like you? If so, we want to hear from you. All applications must include a resume and cover letter to be considered.
The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum salaries NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.
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