WHO WE ARE:
Serving the country’s fifth-largest media market, KERA reaches more than 4.5 million people monthly through KERA TV, KERA News, KXT, WRR and The Denton Record-Chronicle. For more than 60 years, North Texans have turned to KERA as a destination for community engagement and lifelong learning.
As we seek to recognize and reflect our audience and communities, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds and points of view to consider employment opportunities at KERA.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is classified as FLSA non-exempt, is eligible for overtime, and reports to the Senior Director of Radio Operations. The role will not exceed 20-25 hours per week on average.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Host / fill-in on KXT, KERA-FM, and WRR (weekdays or weekends) live or voice-tracked, as assigned
Record and produces imaging, underwriting, and other programmatic elements as assigned.
Help acquire and load into playout system KXT and WRR music, preparing files for air, inserting cues and seques
Participate in, or assist with on-air fund drives on KXT, KERA-FM, and WRR to ensure successful results
Acts as an appearance or stage announcer, as needed
Additional radio operational, programming, or studio assistance, as needed
Assist with the recording/editing/mixing of the KXT Live Session series and other studio and field recordings
Voice work across platforms as needed
As a KERA employee:
Work in a manner that is consistent with KERA’s mission, vision and values; and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Perform additional duties as assigned
This list of job duties is not exhaustive and is subject to regular reviews and updates
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL:
Knowledge of ENCO and/or Wheatstone systems
Experience with Adobe Audition or other audio editing/production software
Experience with radio broadcast systems
Technical Skills
Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations
Familiarity of how non-commercial radio programming works
BONUS IF YOU BRING:
Passion for public media
SALARY RANGE
BENEFITS:
Accrual of 40 hours (5 days) paid vacation per year
Flexible scheduling and hybrid work environment
401k plan with KERA-contribution eligibility after 1040 hours worked
Company culture focused on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
Robust employee assistance program available to the employee and all members of the household
LOCATION:
HOW TO APPLY:
Complete the application on KERA’s employment page.
Attach a resume and an optional cover letter indicating why you’re excited about joining the KERA team.
APPLICATION TIMELINE:
KERA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
