Student Host Producer (Fall)

Responsibilities

• writing and announcing news
• audio production
• posting stories for web
• producing community events calendar announcements
• other operational duties as needed

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in the Fall 2026 Term as an undergraduate student in good standing at the University of Oklahoma
• Proficiency with Associated Press (AP) writing style
• Proficiency with audio or video editing and production software (Adobe Audition or comparable)
• Proficiency in on-air announcing, reporting or audio/video production

Qualifications

KGOU seeks a talented and dedicated student with an insatiable curiosity, a keen ability to identify and communicate meaningful stories, a warm, conversational delivery and strong audio production skills.

Benefits

• Eligible: No

Schedule

• Work Schedule: Up to 25 hours per week, primarily weekdays 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. OR 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Days/Shifts are flexible

Pay

• Pay Range: Targeted salary: $12.00 per hour, based on experience

Travel

• Not required

Position Introduction

KGOU public radio is looking for a Student Host/Producer to help us inform our diverse audience and produce engaging stories about the people who live here. KGOU has a strong tradition of local, state, and regional news coverage with an emphasis on compelling storytelling. This is a unique opportunity to gain practical, real-world announcing, reporting, and producing experience at the University of Oklahoma’s award-winning NPR member station.

The Application

The application is made online at https://jobs.ou.edu – search for Requisition 492852.

About the Role

The position is located at KGOU Radio, which broadcasts to more than one million people in Oklahoma. We also deliver content on our news-forward website, social media, podcasts, mobile apps and smart speakers.

Department Preferences

• Ability to work independently, be detail-oriented, reliable, and responsible, practice effective time management and perform well under deadline pressure
• Experience creating digital news content for a blog, website, or social media
• Exhibit critical thinking skills and editorial judgment
• Regular consumer of news and public affairs reporting, including current events in Oklahoma

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check

• No

EEO Statement

KGOU Radio is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.