On-Call Assistant Digital Producer

This is a Part Time Job

Position Summary:

The on-call assistant producer on the digital team will be called in to cover shifts as needed. The on-call assistant producer will play an important role in maintaining the high standards of Marketplace’s website. You will be part of a welcoming and supportive team that works across the newsroom.

We’re looking for an on-call assistant producer who is driven to find new and compelling ways to tell stories on digital platforms; organized and meticulous; and can thrive in a quick-paced environment.

The on-call assistant producer will help present radio content on the website, curate the homepage and write podcast descriptions.

Because of the timing of our audio shows, this position would either fill in for an early shift from 7:00am EST to 3:30pm EST or a later shift from 11am EST to 7pm EST. The position is on an on-call basis.

Location: Remote

Application Process: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Position Responsibilities:
• Re-write broadcast scripts into article copy.
• Work with Marketplace producers to identify strong broadcast content that would translate well to web.
• Pull audio links from our audio system and embed into web stories.
• Select photos, adjust in Photoshop as needed and embed photos for articles, write captions in AP style.
• Perform a preliminary name and fact check on radio copy for the web.
• Curate the homepage, selecting articles for the top of the page and other key elements on the home page.
• Monitor all copy flow, daily and communicate with editors and reporters.
• Write podcast descriptions and titles for the shows.
• Publish podcasts in a timely manner to catch morning listening traffic. Double- and triple-check posts for spelling, grammar and factual accuracy.
• Work with our editorial partners at the BBC to publish their content for Marketplace on the website.
• When needed, edit radio reporters assigned to MMR for short, breaking news pieces, including the Marketplace Minute podcast.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Two years of work experience in production, editorial, media or related experience.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
• Excellent news judgment.
• Resourcefulness and ability to problem-solve.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Strong critical judgment skills and the ability to make decisions regarding credibility, personality, and value of material to program.
• Ability to successfully meet deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities under pressure on a consistent basis.
• Superior communication, organizational and collaborative skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience:
• Independent, and takes initiative.
• Knowledge of WordPress.
• Knowledge of Cody.

Reporting to this Position: None

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to manage some work outside of standard office hours as needed.
• Physical Demands:
• Required to move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods of time
• Required to move about in the community
• Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping
• Working Conditions:
• Moderate noise level

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.