Producer

This is a Full Time Job

Producer (Temporary)

Across our organization, we’re building a workplace where collaboration is essential, diverse voices are heard, and inclusion is the key to our success. We are committed to doing the right thing in our journalism and in every role at NPR. This means that integrity, adherence to our ethical standards, and compliance with legal obligations are fundamental responsibilities for every employee at NPR.

We need experienced producers who are flexible and multi-faceted, have creative ideas, and know how to work in collaboration with editors, hosts and reporters to craft compelling conversations, audio stories, programs and podcasts of varying length and complexity.

Specifically, we’re looking for producers who can work at NPR on a temporary basis. This could mean a short-term gig, a multi-month term, or multiple assignments.

It could also mean working in more than one division of NPR – from the broadcast magazine programs like Morning Edition and All Things Considered where your editorial judgment and ability to work under deadline pressure are key; to our longer-form narrative podcasts where your sound design skills will be invaluable; to our news-driven daily podcasts where you’ll be called upon to use both sets of skills.

Certain assignments will require on-site work at our Washington, DC headquarters, NY, or CA offices. In other roles, remote work will be permitted. Shifts will also vary based on the assignment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities
will vary depending on where at NPR you land. But in general, producers can expect to do the following:
• Initiate, plan and produce program material for next day and future broadcast programs or podcasts
• Cut tape, write copy and mix stories for broadcast program and/or podcast segments with minimal supervision and direction.
• Work with and direct hosts and reporters in the studio, for tapings, and for pieces and other storytelling.
• May be assigned to line produce broadcast programs or taped podcasts.
• May be assigned to occasionally work in the field; planning, executing and traveling with reporters and hosts to produce stories.
• May write digital stories and be asked to translate the content you create onto multiple platforms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED SKILLS
• At least two years of production experience for an Associate Producer level; at least four years production experience for a Producer I role or above.
• Experience working on a live, daily news show (if you are seeking work on a news broadcast program or podcast).
• Experience producing live and breaking coverage (if you are seeking work on a news broadcast program or podcast).
• Expertise in producing features.
• At least two years of experience in editorial decision-making.
• Well-developed curiosity in a wide range of subjects.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours and varied shifts.
• Experience assigning staff, especially under deadline pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to generate and execute complex creative ideas, to assimilate and organize large amounts of information.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to consistently work well with others, demonstrating at all times respect for the diverse constituencies at NPR and within the public radio system.

PREFERRED SKILLS
• Experience line producing a live show under daily and breaking news conditions.
• Experience writing and editing under breaking news conditions.
• Experience working in and/or knowledge of public radio and the public radio system.
• Experience producing and scoring longform narrative stories.

This position is covered under the terms of a collective bargaining agreement with SAG-AFTRA. The minimum annualized salary for this position at the following levels:
• Associate Producer level is $85,000
• Producer I level is $95,000
• Producer II level is $102,500
• Producer III level is $110,000
• Senior Producer level is $120,000

All applications must include a resume and cover letter to be considered.

NPR mandates that employees are vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law and any other applicable law.

NPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NPR is committed to being an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse and unique perspectives, all working toward the same goal – to create a more informed public. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, religious belief, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, and reproductive health decisions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, gender non-conforming status, intersex status, sexual stereotypes, nationality, citizenship status, personal appearance, marital status, family status, family responsibilities, military status, veteran status, mental and physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, genetic characteristics of yourself or a family member, political views and affiliation, unemployment status, protective order status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other basis prohibited under applicable law.