Host/Reporter (Fill-In), WFDD
Wake Forest University
Winston Salem, NC
Full-time
Writing / Editing
Posted on April 25, 2024
Application Instructions:
External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page.
Please add your cover letterand any other documents required for the position to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your cover letter and supporting documents. The My Experience page is the only opportunity to add your cover letter and supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it.
Current Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the website. Log in to Workday. Click on the Jobs Hub and select Browse Jobs. Locate the position and click Apply. Update your Education and Job History.
** Cover letter required for all positions and optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality positions unless otherwise specified.
Job Description Summary
The Host/Reporter works under the supervision of the News Director. The Host/Reporter hosts broadcasts as needed of NPR's All Things Considered, Morning Edition, and the WFDD Noon Newscast on occasion. This position may be asked to broadcast special coverage, including breaking news and fund drive programming, as well as occasional voice tracking. The Host/Reporter uses solid news judgment to identify news topics of importance to a 32-county region, writes and re-writes copy and scripts for clear delivery and ease of understanding. The Host/Reporter may also produce spot news as well as in-depth radio features and special reports as assigned for broadcast and/or online platforms.
Job Description
Essential Functions:
Time Type Requirement
Part time Note to Applicant:
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.
Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate. In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.
External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page.
Please add your cover letterand any other documents required for the position to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your cover letter and supporting documents. The My Experience page is the only opportunity to add your cover letter and supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it.
Current Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the website. Log in to Workday. Click on the Jobs Hub and select Browse Jobs. Locate the position and click Apply. Update your Education and Job History.
** Cover letter required for all positions and optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality positions unless otherwise specified.
Job Description Summary
The Host/Reporter works under the supervision of the News Director. The Host/Reporter hosts broadcasts as needed of NPR's All Things Considered, Morning Edition, and the WFDD Noon Newscast on occasion. This position may be asked to broadcast special coverage, including breaking news and fund drive programming, as well as occasional voice tracking. The Host/Reporter uses solid news judgment to identify news topics of importance to a 32-county region, writes and re-writes copy and scripts for clear delivery and ease of understanding. The Host/Reporter may also produce spot news as well as in-depth radio features and special reports as assigned for broadcast and/or online platforms.
Job Description
Essential Functions:
- Hosting (80%) – Hosts local breaks during NPR's All Things Considered, Morning edition, and/or noon newscasts or other midday programming breaks.
- Board operation (10%) — Runs automation system and board for special programming and/or fund drives.
- Reporting (10%) – Researches and writes news copy for newscasts in coordination with the news department's planning and content. May also pitch stories and report on in-depth stories on occasion.
- Administrative (10%) - The Host/Reporter is responsible for appropriate record keeping, correspondence, phone calls, supplies and equipment and other duties as assigned. Also, they may be called upon to participate in station membership campaigns and community-building events.
- Other - Adheres to deadlines and, in concert with appropriate staff, makes timely and effective decisions in situations requiring prompt attention. The Host/Reporter works in close concert with other staff and under the supervision of the News Director.
- A four-year degree or equivalent required.
- Must have demonstrated ability to clearly deliver live news reports in a conversational manner.
- Must have experience in news-gathering, writing, editing and radio production for short-form and long-form reports.
- Demonstrates ability to work within a live broadcast environment.
- Displays knowledge of and adherence to high ethical standards.
- Possesses effective communication and interpersonal skills. Must have excellent writing, grammar and spelling skills.
- Must have excellent memory for details, be able to meet daily deadlines under pressure and deal effectively with simultaneous tasks.
- Ability to travel, as required.
- Valid driver license with good driving record. Must be insurable.
- Skills required also include on-line research, word processing, digital editing, operation of studio mixers/boards and equipment and operation of light office equipment.
- Experience in a public radio news environment preferred.
- Possesses broad knowledge of local and regional issues.
- Web posting and social media experience.
- Experience with on-air news delivery, hosting and fundraising
- Ability to work well both independently and in a small group.
- Ability to lift light equipment (approximately 5 pounds).
- Responsible for own work
Time Type Requirement
Part time Note to Applicant:
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.
Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate. In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.
