JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

WPSU-FM is looking for an engaging, reliable, and professional part-time host for the Morning Edition radio news show on WPSU.

The host’s main task is to seamlessly integrate local content – including news stories, weather forecasts, public service announcements, underwriting, and station IDs – into national content from NPR. The host will also put together newscasts using reporter stories, wire stories and other news sources. They will occasionally need to quickly rewrite press releases or newspaper stories into radio-friendly copy. The Morning Edition host provides an intelligent, professional, and friendly personification of WPSU’s brand in central Pennsylvania.

The host will work 5:30-9:30 a.m. Monday-Friday. They will also spend about half an hour either in the morning or the night before doing show preparation. Pay is $20/hour.

Desired Qualifications - Radio hosting experience, ideally public radio; engaging on-air presence; experience running broadcast boards; a basic understanding of journalism; strong writing skills; audio editing experience; and experience with radio automation software. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

With your application, please include a resume, cover letter and a couple of hosting and/or newscast examples. Contact Emily Reddy at ereddy@psu.edu with questions.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing

diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual

uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity

initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and

nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core

strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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