Assistant Digital Producer - On-Call

Position Responsibilities

• Re-write broadcast scripts into article copy.
• Work with Marketplace producers to identify strong broadcast content that would translate well to web.
• Collaborate with Marketplace producers to 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.
• Maintain a watchful eye on 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.

Benefits

• Medical plans with HSA and FSA options.
• Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D coverage.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Caregiver Leave after 1 year.
• Vacation (3 weeks/per year, pro-rated, based on hours worked).
• Sick time (12 days, pro-rated, based on hours worked).
• Holiday Pay (10 holidays + 2 floating holidays each year).
• Volunteer Time (8 hours per year).
• Long-Term Care and Critical Illness insurance options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.