Morning Edition Host

KUER is looking for a broadcaster and journalist ready to connect with Utahns as the local host of NPR's “Morning Edition.” The host serves as a trusted guide to NPR's national and international reporting and storytelling while providing a uniquely Utah lens through local information, service-oriented reporting, and conversations that help listeners understand the Beehive State and its communities.

About Us

KUER serves Utahns with trustworthy news and information, expertly crafted stories, and diverse voices from across the state. We are dedicated to building a collaborative organizational culture that reflects our entire community and values contributions from people of varied experiences. Attracting and retaining a staff whose perspectives are heard and valued is essential to our success.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and wellness coverage
• 14.2% employer contribution to personal retirement account (401a)
• Free public transportation pass (Utah Transit Authority)
• Paid leave time
• Tuition reduction for employee and family members

Learn more about the benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu.

Responsibilities

• Serves as primary KUER host and trusted local voice during NPR's "Morning Edition"
• Hosts additional morning programming as directed
• Operates the board to mix NPR satellite feed and live breaks, including newscast, weather, station promotion, and pre-produced sponsorship, following the station programming log
• Writes, produces, and delivers on-air news with contributions from KUER reporters, editors, and in collaboration with the Morning Edition producer
• Produces on-demand news with the producer
• Participates in regular airchecks with the station manager to implement KUER's promotion strategy and develop on-air presence
• Adheres to deadlines and makes timely, effective decisions for breaking news in concert with editors
• Works closely with other staff and under the supervision of the editorial team to identify, develop, and create journalism that supports KUER's audience-centric mission
• Prioritizes understanding issues that matter most to Utahns to report and produce interviews and stories across multiple platforms, including written, audio, and video
• Ensures all work meets NPR News and KUER standards for accuracy, fairness, honesty, and impartiality, including the station's Standards of Integrity document
• Participates in regular newsroom editorial meetings, one-on-one check-ins, airchecks, and station meetings
• Actively participates in KUER fund drives and represents KUER at community and station events
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree (or equivalency) plus 4 years, or a master's degree (or equivalency) plus 2 years, of directly related work experience. One year of higher education can substitute for one year of directly related work experience.

• 3-5 years of professional on-air hosting and broadcast journalism experience with a commitment to growth and innovation
• A portfolio demonstrating strong on-air presence compatible with current NPR aesthetics, as well as interviewing, broadcast and digital writing, and audio production skills
• Experience in board operation and familiarity with broadcast systems (Wide Orbit and Content Depot), news software (Burli, AP products), and digital audio software (Audition, ProTools, etc.)
• Sound news judgment and knowledge of journalistic best practices, including experience with AP style
• Enthusiasm for creative storytelling that centers the audience, serves their needs, and includes perspectives from across Utah
• Strong commitment to a collaborative editorial process
• Understanding of local and national politics
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills with demonstrated human relations abilities
• Ability to maintain a reliable and consistent schedule and thrive during demanding early morning hours
• Commitment to appearing on multiple platforms beyond broadcast radio, such as video, social media, and TV broadcast
• Willingness to grow and adapt with KUER as audience habits and needs evolve

Preferences

• Knowledge of Utah culture and politics
• Ability to write and speak fluently in a second language
• An active and engaging social media presence

Pay

$63,000 - $67,000

Schedule

40 hours/week, Monday through Friday, 4:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Due to the nature of this position, the host will be required to live in Utah; remote candidates cannot be considered.