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University of Utah

Reporter/Producer

Campus, IL · On-site

$49K - $55K/yr

... weekend work. VP Area President Department 00335 - KUER Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT ... Identifying, vetting, booking, and preparing guests for interviews. * Communicating professionally ...

Univision

Producer

Miami, FL

$118K - $120K/yr

... the booking of high-profile guests and expert commentators for in-studio and remote interviews ... Flexibility to various shifts, including holidays, weekends and evenings TelevisaUnivision believes ...

Univision Communications, Inc.

Producer

Miami, FL · On-site

$118K - $120K/yr

... the booking of high-profile guests and expert commentators for in-studio and remote interviews ... Flexibility to various shifts, including holidays, weekends and evenings TelevisaUnivision believes ...

NBCUniversal

Package Producer, AM

Washington, DC · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

This position will also include longer shifts and weekend shifts when warranted by breaking news ... Coordinate daily AM reporter live shots - update booking sheets and flag correspondent * Oversee ...

Paramount

WGA Line Producer

Manhattan, NY

Partner with assignment desk and booking team to request correspondents and live interview guests ... Must be available to work all shifts - early morning, dayside, nights, weekends and holidays ...

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WOWK-TV

NewsNation Field Producer (Chicago)

Chicago, IL

$65K - $80K/yr

The position will be a weekend-based schedule (Saturdays and Sundays) in Chicago, one of the ... Ability to assist with and coordinate booking of travel. Develop and maintain contacts for stories ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Booking Producer vs Weekend Radio Producer?

AspectWeekend Booking ProducerWeekend Radio Producer
CredentialsExperience in booking and coordination, industry knowledgeExperience in audio production, editing, and content creation
Work EnvironmentOffices, studios, event venuesRadio stations, recording studios, live broadcast settings
Industry UsageEvent planning, entertainment, mediaBroadcasting, media, entertainment
Common Search IntentScheduling guests, managing bookingsProducing radio content, editing shows

The Weekend Booking Producer primarily focuses on scheduling and coordinating guests or events for weekends, often in entertainment or media settings. In contrast, the Weekend Radio Producer concentrates on creating, editing, and managing radio content during weekends. While both roles require media industry experience, their core responsibilities differ significantly, with the Booking Producer centered on logistics and the Radio Producer on content production.

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Reporter/Producer

Reporter/Producer

University of Utah

Campus, IL • On-site

$49K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

University Of Utah rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 159 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

351st of 560 rated colleges and universities

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Open Date 06/24/2026 Requisition Number PRN45458B Job Title Reporter/Producer Working Title Producer, RadioWest Career Progression Track D Track Level FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary
40/week. Due to the unpredictability of news, this position must be available for some extended hours and weekend work.
VP Area President Department 00335 - KUER Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $49,000 - $55,000 Close Date 07/17/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary
KUER, Utah's NPR affiliate, is seeking a producer for RadioWest, our public affairs and interview program. RadioWest explores the issues, ideas, and stories shaping Utah and the wider world through thoughtful conversations with newsmakers, scholars, writers, artists, and community voices.
The producer plays a central role in shaping the editorial direction of the program. We're looking for a journalist with strong news judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for telling stories. The ideal candidate is an excellent researcher and writer, a creative thinker, and a collaborative producer who can help develop and execute engaging, meaningful conversations.
RadioWest is not just a news program. We are also interested in ideas, scholarship, culture, history, literature, science, and the broader questions that shape public life. The successful candidate will be equally energized by breaking news and deeper explorations of culture, history, science, and public life and will be able to identify conversations that help listeners better understand the world around them.


Responsibilities

  • Developing original show ideas and enterprise reporting projects.
  • Reviewing audience metrics and analytics to help inform editorial decisions and identify opportunities for growth.
  • Participating in editorial discussions and helping evaluate program content for journalistic quality, relevance, and audience interest.
  • Researching topics and helping define the editorial focus and scope of each program.
  • Identifying, vetting, booking, and preparing guests for interviews.
  • Communicating professionally with publicists, agents, academics, government officials, authors, and other sources.
  • Conducting pre-interviews and background research to help shape on-air conversations.
  • Writing show descriptions, web copy, promotional materials, and other editorial content.
  • Editing audio for broadcast, podcast, and digital distribution.
  • Publishing and maintaining content on the RadioWest website and digital platforms.
  • Editing audio for broadcast, podcast, and digital distribution.
  • Publishing and maintaining content on the RadioWest website and digital platforms.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Broadcasting, or a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); one year of previous professional experience in the news field; demonstrated oral and written communications skills; and an understanding of Public Radio and radio broadcasting required. Production skills are needed to edit and rerecord final story formats.
Department Specific Qualifications:
  • Three-to-five years demonstrated experience in journalism, public media, audio production, or a related field.
  • Excellent writing, reporting, and research skills.
  • Strong editorial judgment and the ability to identify compelling stories, conversations, and emerging ideas.
  • Familiarity with audience analytics and an interest in using data to inform editorial strategy.
  • A broad curiosity about current affairs, history, culture, science, literature, and public life.
  • Experience booking guests and working with a wide range of sources and stakeholders.
  • Ability to conduct effective pre-interviews and synthesize complex information.
  • Audio editing experience and familiarity with digital audio production workflows.
  • Comfort working with content management systems, websites, and social media platforms.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • A collaborative spirit and enthusiasm for public service journalism.

RadioWest is known for thoughtful, in-depth conversations that help listeners better understand the world around them. We're looking for a producer who is audience-focused, curious, and eager to help create smart, meaningful public radio for audiences in Utah and beyond.

Preferences Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah NonDiscrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu

https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

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The University of Utah is the state’s flagship institution of higher education, with 18 schools and colleges, more than 100 undergraduate majors and graduate programs, and an enrollment of more than 38,000 students. It is a member of the Association of American Universities—an invitation-only, prestigious group of 71 leading research institutions. The U is advancing a new national model for higher education that delivers societal impact through education, research, health care, and community service, while making social, economic, and cultural contributions that improve lives across Utah and around the world.

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Year founded

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