Radio/TV Announcer

AZPM, the award-winning NPR/PBS affiliate in Tucson, Arizona, has an opening for a part time Radio/TV Announcer on their news and classical radio stations KUAZ and KUAT-FM. The successful candidate will host syndicated and local news and information programming and/or music programming during an assigned shift, with occasional other duties as assigned. If selected, you would join a dedicated team committed to bringing quality programming with integrity to Southern Arizona.

AZPM is an editorially independent, nonprofit service of the University of Arizona and is funded through the generous support of annual and sustaining members, the business community (through program underwriting), fee-for-service production activities, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and direct and in-kind support from the University of Arizona. Regardless of job capacity, each employee is obligated to present a professional and helpful image to those with whom they come in contact both within and outside of the organization.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Cue and start recorded materials; maintain proper volume levels and monitor off-air transmissions to ensure audio quality.
• Operate broadcast control room equipment, including microphones, sound mixers, audio recorders/reproducers, audio editing software, and monitors.
• Research, develop, write, and produce content for broadcast.
• Review program logs for assigned broadcast periods and secure appropriate recordings and written materials for public informational announcements, promotional announcements, funding acknowledgments, and other programmatic content.
• Introduce and announce acquired programs and provide commentary and information to the listening audience.
• Serve as a substitute host during another announcer's regularly scheduled shift as needed.
• Record and edit content for broadcast.
• Participate in on-air membership campaigns by encouraging listeners to contribute to support the radio station.
• Maintain awareness of and monitor transmitter performance parameters.
• Research and prepare interview questions and conduct interviews for broadcast.
• Represent the station at community and public events and serve as master of ceremonies as needed.
• Monitor EAS equipment and respond to announcements and events as required by Emergency Alert System protocols.
• Perform other duties related to broadcast operations and audience engagement as assigned within the scope of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and understanding of public radio and broadcasting practices.
• Knowledge of current local, national, and international events.
• Knowledge of classical music.
• Strong on-air presence compatible with NPR aesthetics.
• Skill in using a friendly, conversational, and engaging style on-air.
• Skill in operating broadcast control room and audio production systems.
• Skill in speaking clearly with proper diction and voice modulation.
• Skill in correctly pronouncing foreign names, locations, and non-English terms.
• Skill in voice recording and digital audio editing.
• Ability to communicate effectively, demonstrating strong listening and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure and within tight deadlines.
• Ability to perform confidently in ad-lib and live broadcasting situations, including interviews, on-air fundraising, and public appearances.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or holidays as assigned.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• On-air hosting or reporter experience in radio or similar media environment.
• Experience using audio editing software (e.g., Adobe Audition, Hindenburg, Audacity).
• Experience with FCC broadcast rules and requirements.
• Experience writing for on-air scripts, promotional copy, and brief announcements.
• Experience working in jazz music and/or classical or other relevant genres.
• Bilingual or proficient in a second language.

Please upload sample recordings of your on-air work under the "Additional Document" section of your application.