Maine Public is hiring a full-time Announcer/Producer to join a creative team dedicated to delivering independent and trusted journalism and programming!
Job tasks include on-air and production work for radio and digital audio, including regularly scheduled and fill-in board operations shifts. Responsibilities include preparing and reading announcements and news, operating radio studio equipment and software systems, and working collaboratively with our Audio Production Manager and other teams on a range of productions and events, including segments such as Poems from Here and Speaking in Maine.
With NPR, PBS, and other partners we strive to be the standard bearer for high-integrity journalism and programming. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering information, ideas, and cultural content while having the opportunity to gain valuable experience in programming and production.
The successful candidate will be dependable, passionate about audio journalism, and demonstrate a commitment to the mission-driven values of public broadcasting.
The current work schedule for this position is Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays on-site in our Portland Studios.
Job Requirements:
At least one year of experience as a radio or television announcer; clear and personable voice with excellent pronunciation and public speaking skills; ability to work well under pressure; dependable and reliable. Familiarity with digital radio automation and traffic systems and processes preferred.
The starting hourly rate is approx. $22.75 plus a comprehensive benefits package.
healthcare
retirement
paid time off
dental
vision
other supplemental benefits
About Maine Public:
We are a non-profit, community-supported public media organization and the sole provider of statewide (and beyond!) public broadcasting coverage. As a statewide PBS/NPR joint licensee, Maine Public serves our communities through our radio, television, educational, and web services. Maine Public provides ideas, information, and lifelong learning to a diverse public. We are also the backbone of Maine’s Emergency Broadcast System. The majority of our services are available to everyone at no charge, and we broadcast a mix of local and national programming, educational programs, news and public affairs shows, documentaries, and arts and cultural programs. With NPR, PBS, and other partners we strive to be the standard bearer for high-integrity journalism and programming.
Every day Maine Public connects the people of Maine and our region to each other and to the world through the open exchange of information, ideas, and cultural content.
Maine Public believes that belonging and inclusion drives our success, and we welcome and encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building inclusive and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities. Therefore, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status or military service record, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Maine Public is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Maine Public will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Department: apply@mainepublic.org, 1-800-884-1717.
