Description
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR, NTX NOW
KERA, the public media organization for North Texas, is hiring a Technical Director for a new daily local news program.
WHO WE ARE:
Serving the country’s fourth-largest media market, KERA reaches more than 5 million people monthly through KERA TV, KERA News, KXT, WRR and The Denton Record-Chronicle. For more than 65 years, North Texans have turned to KERA as a destination for community engagement and lifelong learning.
As we seek to recognize and reflect our audience and communities, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds and points of view to consider employment opportunities at KERA.
POSITION SUMMARY:
KERA is seeking a full-time Technical Director (TD) for its new local news magazine, NTX Now. The TD will engineer the daily live radio broadcast of the show and the live video stream. The TD will also help book and record interviews for preproduced segments; create and distribute additional content from the show’s podcasts and occasionally support NTX Now events. This position will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards for the show’s sound.
This position is classified as FLSA non-exempt, is not eligible for overtime and reports to the Managing Producer, NTX Now.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences and passions. If you do not meet every job qualification but have some of these skills and feel you could be a good fit, we would like to hear from you. Please apply and tell us more about yourself.
Engineer daily live broadcast
Work closely with show director during broadcast to transition between segments, play sound and ensure a smooth broadcast
Connect with remote guests via Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc. for both live and prerecorded hits
Elevate sound quality of recorded interviews as needed via Adobe Audition
Execute the daily live video stream in conjunction with NTX Now producers
Book and preproduce segments for the show
Create additional digital, social and broadcast content from segments of the show
Upload and distribute the show’s podcasts through PRX
Work with NTX Now Live Producer to record conversations at events that will air during upcoming shows
Manage talk studio recording schedule
Participate in KERA fundraising activities as needed and assigned
As a KERA employee:
Work in a manner that is consistent with KERA’s mission, vision and values; and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Participate in fundraising activities as needed and assigned
Perform additional duties as assigned
This list of job duties is not exhaustive and is subject to regular reviews and updates.
Requirements
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
A minimum of 3-5 years of live radio broadcasting experience
Strong collaboration skills
Comfort with high pressure live radio environment
Ability to juggle multiple projects/priorities on deadline
Knowledge of/experience in audio production and editing
Knowledge of/experience in remote broadcasting/recording
A passion for public media and serving a diverse audience
BONUS IF YOU BRING:
Experience in journalism
Live streaming video experience
Social media experience
On-air voicing experience
SALARY RANGE
$62,000 - $72,000, depending on experience
BENEFITS
Generous vacation (3 weeks), sick (8 days), personal time (2 days) and holidays (11)
Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
KERA-paid short and long-term disability, basic life insurance and AD&D insurance
Flexible scheduling and hybrid work environment
401k plan with KERA-contribution after 6 months
Robust employee assistance program available to the employee and all members of their household
Strong company culture focused on connection, belonging and professional growth
LOCATION:
We expect that this position will work out of our Dallas Fair Park office at least 95% of the time. (Equivalent to 38 hours per week)
Time in office requirements are subject to change based on the needs of KERA and/or the position.
HOW TO APPLY:
Complete the application on KERA’s employment page.
Add an optional cover letter indicating why you’re excited about joining the KERA team.
APPLICATION TIMELINE:
We generally close roles 2-4 weeks after posting. The hiring process may continue for several weeks after the closing of the role depending on the number of applicants.
KERA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
KERA believes that diversity is important to our success. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
