Media Programmer, KUFM

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Staff Vacancy Announcement

KUFM- MontanaPBS invites applications for a Media Programmer to produce and direct TV programming for a state-wide audience.

Responsibilities:

• Research, write and produce within program guidelines.
• Expert knowledge of studio and field production process.
• Knowledge of quality television and video production standards.
• Knowledge of PBS system “Best Practices and Standards”.
• Ability to work within budget, schedule standards and deadlines.
• Insight into new program projects.
• Ability to work well with co-workers at Missoula and Bozeman stations.
• Ability to produce special projects as needed.
• Ability to represent the Broadcast Media Center and MontanaPBS to clients.
• Knowledge of MontanaPBS goals and mission.
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Ability to be self-motivated and work under deadline pressure
• Ability to handle crises under pressure
• Ability to lift heavy production equipment and carry it for long periods of time.
• Operation of motor vehicle.
• Possess interpersonal skills.
• Possess flexible skills to accommodate client base.
• Ability to collaborate and recommend alternative approaches to clients.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of best practices in television and documentary production and distribution.
• Demonstrated experience and success in maintaining high journalistic standards under deadline pressure, including news judgment, objectivity, balance and fairness.
• Demonstrated excellence in news writing, background research, gathering and production skills.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, including quick, concise writing, and a probing but respectful interview technique.
• Knowledge of journalism ethics of balance, fairness and inclusion
• Excellent skills in technology and software used in news gathering, production and distribution.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new trends and best practices in technology
• Proven ability to report and produce quality content for broadcast.
• Ability to participate in collaborative projects with Montana Public Radio and the UM academic departments and in particular the School of Journalism.

Minimum Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in journalism, broadcasting or related field or equivalent experience and minimum of four (4) years of experience in broadcast, documentary and/or multi-media journalism and production

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Journalism with experience performing under live-production pressure

About KUFM- MontanaPBS and UM

Our mission is to support MontanaPBS through advocacy, community engagement and fundraising.

Vision

MontanaPBS will provide all Montanans with local, public television that is fully supported by the citizens, businesses, foundations and public representatives of this state

MontanaPBS will broadcast programs that educate our people; that discuss current issues and reveal our history; that satisfy our curiosity, our musical ear, our artistic eye and even our sense of humor; and ultimately present programs that respect our intelligence.

MontanaPBS will connect the residents of this state to each other, to their country and their world through the use of broadcast television, the internet and community outreach projects. We will be an electronic town square that encourages the sharing of ideas, opinions and information.

MontanaPBS will choose programs based on community impact and will engage in services that echo the independent spirit and neighborly concern that is the hallmark of our state.

The University of Montana is a flagship, R1 research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains where three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

To learn more about the University of Montana, Missoula, and the State of Montana, please visit the links below.

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Position Details

Position Title: Media Programmer

Position Number: 777810

Department:

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), 

Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year

occasional evening and weekend work required

Salary: $19.256/hr

Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE

Probationary Period: Six months minimum

: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan,

partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required ( e.g. , Form I-9).

Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply

Application Deadline: Thursday, March 21, 2024 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)

Candidates are required to submit the following materials online via "New Resume/CV" button below.

A complete application Includes:

1. Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
2. Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience
3. Three (3) Professional References – names and contact information
4. Samples of your TV/Journalism work (minimum of three samples)

* Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.