Production Assistant, Morning Edition - Washington, United States - NPR

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OVERVIEW

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Millions of listeners depend on _Morning Edition_ and _Up First_ to set the news agenda that starts their day. We deliver the latest international and national news stories paired with analysis to help put those headlines into context.

_Morning Edition_ is also a platform for accountability through interviews with government officials and decision makers who make or influence policy that affect peoples' lives.

The show also features culture stories about music, movies and books that bring joy and provoke thoughtful conversations about who we are in this world.


A Production Assistant at _Morning Edition_ works a variety of production and editorial tasks under a tight deadline and in collaboration with a bigger team of producers, editors and hosts all working together to bring a live show and podcast to air, and stories to publication online.


A Production Assistant mixes audio stories, isolates or pulls soundbites, dubs and records audio, cuts down audio interviews and assembles other various show elements.

They help reporters and guests call into the show for live and taped interviews. This includes gathering all contact information, making wake-up calls and guiding guests and reporters through technical set-ups.

Sometimes a Production Assistant may be asked to research stories, chase or book interview guests. They may write show scripts and digital copy under the guidance of an editor, if assigned.

This is a union represented role covered under the terms of a collective bargaining agreement with SAG-AFTRA.


RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Cuts and edits audio, including host interviews and reporter pieces, which often require mixing.
  • Helps guests and journalists connect to the show for live or taped interviews.
  • Helps prepare scripts and other copy material with editorial oversight including show opens, intros, returns, tape and copy elements, interview briefs for hosts, billboards, and more.
  • Pitches story ideas and potential show guests.
  • Works under tight deadlines to react to breaking news.
  • Produces the _Up First_ podcast with editorial assistance.
  • May train on show directing responsibilities if qualified.
  • May be given assignments on different platforms such as social media
  • Trains peers who on are onboarding or learning new production skills

The above duties and responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be assigned, and this job description can be modified at any time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • One year of experience working in a newsroom setting, which may include a college newspaper newsroom or at an internship.
  • Ability to work at NPR's Washington D.C. studio
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
  • Experience writing copy or stories for a news platform such as a news radio or TV station, a news website, newsletter, etc.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience with audio production and mixing techniques.
  • Experience writing broadcast news copy and stories.
  • Experience using NPR specific content production tools and software.
  • Digital news production experience

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in work experience


REQUIRED SKILLS

  • AP Style news writing skills
  • Professional, workplace communication skills
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Problemsolving skills
  • Organizational and prioritization skills

WORK LOCATION

  • Onsite: This is an onsite role based in
    Washington, DC.

JOB TYPE

  • This is a temporary (3month) full time position.

COMPENSATION

Hourly Rate:
The U.S. based anticipated hourly rate for this opportunity is $32.45 per hour.

The rate displayed reflects the maximum hourly rate NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.


Benefits:
NPR offers access to comprehensive benefits for employees and dependents.

Regular, full-time employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible to enroll in NPR's benefits options.

Benefits include access to health and wellness, paid time off, and financial we
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