Employment

Radio Executive Producer

Northern California Public Media (NorCal) is currently seeking a Radio Executive Producer. Based in Sonoma County, CA, NorCal serves the San Francisco region. Comprised of two public television stations, KRCB and KPJK, and one public radio station, KRCB FM, NorCal offers PBS, NPR and Independent Public Broadcasting programming to the community.

Overview:

The Radio Executive Producer will oversee the radio production and presentation function of the organization, including management of radio staff, programming, promotion, branding, news, digital product management and project management to expand service to the local community through its radio station and news department.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and refine the format of NorCal’s radio operation integrating NPR, local news and locally hosted music programming to be successful in a competitive radio environment
Responsible for all radio content management – on air, website, social media, all digital distribution channels both local originated and national
Establish systems and procedures as needed
Key participant in supporting station branding, marketing, promotions, and fundraising activities
Equip and prepare the staff for disaster coverage to effectively serve the community
Develop comprehensive plans for new digital news products that will position the organization for journalistic leadership in its community, including mock-ups and business strategies
Explore potential alliances with other local entities to expand the reach and impact of the station and its programming
Manage grants and sponsorships as they relate to radio production project deliverables

Job Requirements:

Knowledge of humanities, science, and political issues
Knowledge and understanding of production pipelines, on air promotion, national syndication, budgets, and multimedia platforms
Experience with iMedia Touch, ProTools, Adobe Audition, and Burli audio management systems
Savvy computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to effectively lead, supervise, coach, and develop employees
Strong familiarity with Northern California, particularly Sonoma County
Knowledge of broadcast station management and policies
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to excellence and high standards
Strong organizational skills; able to manage priorities and workflow
Strong attention to detail
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Ability to work occasional late evenings and weekends
Minimum of seven years media experience
Minimum of five years of management experience
BA/BS degree in media, management, or other related field
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

What we offer:

This is a Full-Time, Exempt base salary position with benefits offered—medical, dental, 403B, paid vacation and holidays.

How to apply:

Send your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the subject heading “Radio EP — NorCal.”

TV Executive Producer

Northern California Public Media (NorCal) is currently seeking a TV Executive Producer. Based in Sonoma County, CA, NorCal serves the San Francisco region. Comprised of two public television stations, KRCB and KPJK, and one public radio station, KRCB FM, NorCal offers PBS, NPR and Independent Public Broadcasting programming to the community.

Overview:

The TV Executive Producer oversees the television production functions of the organization including the production of local programming, on-air promotion guidance, and on-air branding. The TV Executive Producer oversees the TV production staff, freelances, volunteers and interns engaged in TV production.

Key Responsibilities:

Review work in progress for TV productions, digital presentation, and TV related printed material
Evaluate and manage on-air TV promotion presentation and branding
Review and manage video presentation of the digital app and social media presentation
Evaluate and manage presentation of TV and video areas of the website
Collaborate with Engineering and TV Programming on all aspects of TV production
Meet with community partners including independent producers, production partners, subject matter experts and talent to develop local and regional content for broadcast or digital presentation
Manage grants and sponsorships as they relate to TV production project deliverables

Job Requirements:

Knowledge of humanities, science and political issues
Knowledge and understanding of production pipelines, on-air promotion, national syndication, budgets and multimedia platforms.
Ability to effectively lead, supervise, coach, and develop employees
Experience with Adobe Premiere, Excel, Joomla and Photoshop
ProTrack experience a plus
Savvy computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of public media station management and policies and/or educational media and nonprofit management and policies
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to excellence and high standards
Strong organizational skills; able to manage priorities and workflow
Strong attention to detail
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Ability to work occasional late evenings and weekends
Minimum of seven years media experience
Minimum of five years of management experience
BA/BS degree in media, management, or other related field
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

What we offer:

This is a Full-Time, Exempt base salary position with benefits offered—medical, dental, 403B, paid vacation and holidays.

How to apply:

Multimedia Reporter

Northern California Public Media (NorCal) is currently seeking a Multimedia Reporter for the News department. Based in Sonoma County, CA, NorCal serves the San Francisco region. Comprised of two public television stations, KRCB and KPJK, and one public radio station, KRCB FM, NorCal offers PBS and NPR programming to the community.

Overview:

The successful candidate will possess a passion for audio storytelling, be able to file radio features and/or news spots quickly and be able to juggle multiple deadlines. Duties will include, but not be limited to producing audio stories for radio, assisting with live T.V. news broadcasts, audience engagement, and posting stories on norcalpublicmedia.org and social media. This position will work under the supervision of the News Director.

Essential Job Duties:

Pitches and develops story ideas for news broadcasts
Reports, produces, and edits news stories for broadcast on the radio, with special attention to using diverse sources
Responds to listener questions and feedback using audience engagement platforms
Assists with producing video stories for television and with live T.V. broadcasts
Ability to go live on TV and/or radio during breaking news as needed
May be asked to work outside normal hours, including weekends and evenings

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Bilingual Spanish speaker strongly preferred
At least one-year experience in broadcast journalism and audio production
Excellent communication skills
Some knowledge or familiarity with Northern California, particularly issues of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Proficiency with digital field audio recording equipment
Digital audio editing experience, ideally with Pro Tools
A track record of turning around sound rich, compelling audio stories on a tight deadline
Ability to collaborate on projects with a team
Strong time management and organizational skills
Flexibility and enthusiasm for assisting with other projects as needed

Compensation:

Salary commensurate with experience. This is a Full-Time, Non-Exempt (40 hours/week) position. Benefits offered—medical, dental, and 403B. Temporary remote work due to COVID-19.

How to apply:

Send your resume, cover letter with salary requirements, and three published work samples (preferably audio stories) to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the subject heading “Multimedia Reporter-NorCal.” Open until filled.

Non-profit. EEO. Northern California Public Media does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or employment in, its programs and activities. www.norcalpublicmedia.org