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Morning Edition Producer/Reporter

Live and work in southeast Louisiana, one of the most culturally dynamic places in the country.

NPR member station WWNO-FM, New Orleans Public Radio, seeks a Morning Edition Producer/Reporter to join our award-winning regional newsroom. The Morning Edition Producer/Reporter will write and edit news stories for use in WWNO and WRKF newscasts during NPR’s Morning Edition. Additional responsibilities include coordinating with the Morning Edition local host to plan, book, and edit interviews and other recorded news pieces; working with the News Director to define the nature and style of WWNO and WRKF broadcast newscast stories; recording news stories and periodic newscasts when needed; and serving as emergency backup host for Morning Edition.

The start time for the shift will generally be 5 AM, but hours may change (temporarily or permanently) depending on daily news requirements and without notice.

The position is based in New Orleans and may require occasional travel. The Morning Edition Producer/Reporter reports to the News Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Participate in weekly and as scheduled editorial meetings
Write original newscast stories for Morning Edition each day
Edit and/or update existing stories for timeliness, clarity, and accuracy
Acquire sound from news-makers for use in that day’s Morning Edition and other newscasts
Assist the Morning Edition host/newscaster with setting the rundown for each cast
Provide production support to the Morning Edition host/newscaster as needed
File a mix of short form and long form general assignment reports
Rearrange the content of NPR’s Morning Edition during on-air fundraising periods to allow for
sufficient local pitching time, as well as being assigned occasional on-air fundraising pitch shifts
Serve as a backup host for Morning Edition
Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field or equivalent experience
Two years full-time professional experience in journalism or comparable experience.
Excellent speaking, writing and editing skills
Experience in broadcast
Experience using social media to promote and find stories

Preferred:

Experience producing audio dailies/features for radio
Previous experience producing for a news magazine or news show.
Hosting experience
Public radio experience

Salary: $50,000 - $55,000

Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter and five examples of their work to News

Director Ryan Vasquez at ryanv@wrkf.org with subject line: Morning Edition Producer/Reporter Search.

Position is open until filled - first review submit by June 17, 2024

We offer attractive, competitive compensation and benefits including, medical, vision and dental coverage, Life and LTD, paid vacation, personal and sick time.

WRKF is an equal opportunity employer

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Capitol Access State Politics Reporter

Live and work in southeast Louisiana, one of the most culturally dynamic places in the country. NPR member station WRKF-FM, Baton Rouge Public Radio, seeks a state politics reporter to cover the state legislature for both WRKF and partner station, WWNO-FM in New Orleans. The reporter will produce timely coverage of the always interesting Louisiana state government and politics through spot and feature reports, for broadcast and online. The position is based in Baton Rouge and will include some travel, and the reporter’s work will be published and aired on both WRKF and WWNO sites and stations, as well as news partners sites and/or stations and branded as Capitol Access coverage. But most importantly, we’re looking for a talented reporter who’s passionate about covering our state’s most crucial issues and constant policy changes.

Essential Duties:

Provide regular coverage for online and radio on current events in state government and politics, including daily reports during legislative sessions and longer feature reporting and multi-part series at other times for broadcast and digital.
Use social media to promote digital stories, find sources and stay in the know on your beat.
Develop extensive knowledge of Louisiana government, politics and other issues.
Provide analysis and live two-ways.
Suggest and produce special projects, segments and live broadcasts.
Participate in fundraising activities.
Contribute coverage to public radio networks, including NPR.
Produce 2-ways and features specifically for our daily news program, Louisiana Considered.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field or equivalent experience
Two years full-time professional experience in journalism or comparable experience.
Excellent speaking, writing and editing skills
Experience in broadcast
Experience using social media to promote and find stories

Preferred:

Experience producing audio dailies/features for radio
Previous experience covering state politics

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000

Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter and five examples of their work to News Director Ryan Vasquez at ryanv@wrkf.org with subject line : State Politics Reporter Search.

Position is open until filled - first review submit by May 24, 2024.

We offer attractive, competitive compensation and benefits including, medical, vision and dental coverage, Life and LTD, paid vacation, personal and sick time.

WWNO Development and Marketing Director

WWNO is seeking an experienced and innovative Development Director to lead our fundraising efforts. As one of the key drivers of our organization's financial growth, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies to secure philanthropic support from major donors, foundations, corporations, and members that will include unrestricted funding for general operations, restricted funding for specific initiatives and campaign support for organizational growth and transformation.

This is a critical moment for local journalism. Public media news organizations such as WWNO are crucial, but we need more funding to address the growing demand for trustworthy, inclusive, solutions-driven journalism. In this role, you will help us realize that goal by accelerating the growth of our philanthropic support and creating sustainable funding streams. The Development Director would also collaborate to raise funds for the WWNO-WRKF Baton Rouge shared newsroom.

As the Development Director, you will also manage your own portfolio of donors, write grants, oversee the work of a grants writer and membership team (membership manager; development assistant); grants specialist (broader responsibilities than simply grant writing)

We are looking for candidates who are creative, possess a can-do attitude and who value diversity, inclusivity and equity in their approach to leading teams, collaborating and engaging with community stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for the development team, setting clear goals and objectives aligned with the organization's mission and financial needs. The Development Director is part of the Executive Staff.
Major Giving: Cultivate and steward relationships with high-net-worth individuals and major donors, devising tailored engagement strategies to secure substantial financial contributions.
Institutional Giving: Oversee the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of grants from foundations, corporations, and government agencies. Ensure alignment between the organization's programs and the funding priorities of potential institutional partners.
Membership Programs: Lead the development and execution of strategies to recruit, retain and engage members, enhancing their connection to the organization's content and mission.
Communication: develop and carry out a communications plan, making use of existing staff and resources plus a contract writer and website consultant as needed.
Team Management: Manage and mentor a fundraising team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment. Provide guidance on donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship techniques.
Fundraising Strategy: Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and refine the organization's fundraising strategy, ensuring a diversified funding portfolio and long-term financial sustainability.
Donor Engagement: Personally engage with key donors, stakeholders and supporters to build and maintain relationships, communicating the impact of their contributions.
Events: Develop and carry out an events plan for the entire organization, making use of a contract events manager, covering revenue-generating events, membership relations, and community engagement journalism events, and ensuring that all WWNO events are presented to the same high standards and enhance station's visibility and benefit.
Budget Oversight: Manage the development budget, tracking fundraising expenses and revenues, and providing regular financial reports to the leadership team.
Data Analysis: Utilize data-driven insights to assess fundraising performance, identify trends and adjust strategies as needed to maximize fundraising effectiveness.
Process and Tools: Bolster the development systems and structures that will support effective, efficient, sustainable, and professional fundraising and communications programs.
Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all fundraising efforts, including the WWNO/WRKF shared newsroom.
Events and Campaigns: Collaborate on the planning with Events Coordinator and execution of fundraising and donor events, campaigns and initiatives that resonate with donors and members.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree and at least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, including leading of staff and volunteer fundraisers experience in fundraising, of which includes leading teams at nonprofit organizations, or equivalent experience.
Proven track record of success in major giving, institutional giving and membership fundraising. Experience in major gift fundraising and national foundations is preferred.
Strong understanding of fundraising best practices and ethical standards.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire donors, team members and stakeholders.
Strategic thinker with the ability to align fundraising efforts with organizational goals.
Experience in budget management and financial reporting.
Proficiency in utilizing fundraising software and data analytics tools.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Passion for public media and a deep commitment to the organization's mission.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of and experience in the New Orleans/region market is highly preferred.
Experience in public radio is a plus, and working within a larger multi-interest or federated organization is a plus

Application Link: WWNO Manager Development/Marketing

Minimum Salary:
$70,000.00

Maximum Salary:
$90,000.00

This position will remain open until filled. First review is January 18, 2023. NEXT REVIEW: MAY 31

The University of New Orleans is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected Veteran status, age if 40 or older, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities

Throughout New Orleans Public Radio’s history, the station and volunteers have enjoyed a rewarding partnership. Volunteers assist WWNO’s staff at the station’s offices and participate in the station’s community events in the Greater New Orleans area. The service WWNO volunteers provide helps keep the station running — and the station greatly appreciates volunteers' generosity and enthusiasm.

Administrative
Year-round opportunities available in various departments include filing, answering phones, word processing, mailings and special projects.

Member Communications
Updating members’ addresses, compiling member information, and reaching out by phone are some of the ways that volunteers help us stay in touch with 5,000 listeners who support the station financially. We provide the training, you provide the talent and generosity. Writing, research and graphics talent are welcome too.

Membership Drives
During New Orleans Public Radio’s membership drives, volunteers are needed to answer phones and take pledges. Assistance is also needed with pre- and post-drive mailings. There are spring, fall and year-end drives each year.

Community Events
Volunteers help to staff tables at special events and act as ambassadors for New Orleans Public Radio, distributing literature and answering questions. Special events volunteers should have a friendly manner and enjoy talking to people about public radio.

Interested in volunteering? Contact us at 504-280-6060 or email donate@wwno.org.