Producer - Current Affairs (WDET)
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Producer - Current Affairs (WDET) at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):
The Producer, Current Affairs coordinates live, interactive, and original daily programming. Provides direct support of the program hosts, as well as daily content production, including breaking news, multi-platform, and special broadcasts. The Producer under the supervision of the Senior Producer, works with program hosts and other production staff to develop program topics; undertakes subject research and books guests, conducts pre-interviews to support hosts; conducts and records interviews with guests as required; assists live show production as required; coordinates with technical and digital production team to post-produce and publish content. This position may also require supporting program and hosts in an on-mic, broadcast capacity. Occasional WDET events attendance may be required, sometimes including limited travel. Reports to Senior Producer, WDET.
 
Content Development:
-          Research and develop compelling and relevant story ideas for radio broadcasts, ensuring alignment with the station's editorial guidelines.
-          Collaborate with the editorial team to brainstorm, pitch, and refine story concepts that resonate with the target audience.
Scriptwriting and Editing:
-          Write engaging and informative scripts for radio segments, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to the station's editorial standards.
-          Edit and proofread scripts to maintain high-quality content, while also incorporating feedback from team members and stakeholders.
Interview Coordination:
-          Identify and reach out to potential guests for interviews, conducting pre-interview research to prepare hosts for insightful and thought-provoking conversations.
-          Coordinate interview logistics, including scheduling, preparing interviewees, and ensuring a smooth on-air experience.
Show Production:
-          Oversee the production process, from initial concept to final broadcast, ensuring seamless execution of radio programs.
-          Work closely with hosts, sound engineers, and other production team members to create polished and engaging shows.
Collaboration:
-          Collaborate with other departments, such as marketing and social media, to promote radio shows and engage with the audience.
-          Participate in editorial meetings, contributing ideas and insights to shape the overall content strategy of the station.
Research and Fact-Checking:
-          Conduct thorough research to gather accurate and up-to-date information for use in radio segments.
-         Perform fact-checking to verify the authenticity of information and maintain the station's commitment to journalistic integrity.
Quality Assurance:
-          Ensure the highest standards of audio quality, storytelling, and journalism in all produced content.
-          Implement and adhere to the station's editorial policies and guidelines, maintaining consistency and credibility in the programming.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Education  







Bachelor's degree in
Journalism, Communications, Media Studies, or a related field from an
accredited college or university. Candidates with an equivalent combination of
education and experience may be considered.
- Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Journalism, Media, Communications, or other related fields preferred.

Experience  



Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)
- Demonstrated experience producing public media programming, preferably with direct experience in radio broadcasting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to prioritizes work activities and adapt to rapidly changing conditions; complete tasks correctly; plan for discussion/coverage of pre-planned major news events within the show; possess solid news judgement, demonstrated knowledge of NPR code of ethics for journalism.
- Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with multiple WDET teams. Must have ability to work in a live program environment and remain poised under pressure.
- Demonstrated capacity for multi-tasking, flexibility in face of changing priorities, and the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current events, thought leaders, and issues of importance to Metro Detroiters.
- Demonstrated knowledge of multiple media production (radio, web), editorial standards/management, and journalism practices. Ability to utilize social and digital media to engage audiences.
- Understanding of objectives and mission of assigned program duties. Monitors own work to ensure quality. Performs work with concentration, focus and accuracy. Works effectively and completes quality work in a timely manner to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in editorial and journalistic practices, modeling inclusive behaviors and proactively managing implicit bias.


School/College/Division:
H72 - WDET

Primary department:
H8703 - WDET (H8703)

Employment type:

- Regular Employee

- Job type: Full Time

- Job category: Staff/Administrative



Funding/salary information:

- Compensation type: Annual Salary

- Hourly rate:

- Salary minimum: $51,274.00

- Salary hire maximum: $61,531.00



Working conditions:
Normal office environment and some limited travel.

Job openings:

- Number of openings: 2

- Reposted position: No

- Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)

- Prior posting/requisition number:



Background check requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.