Careers at Aspen Public Radio

Aspen Public Radio is a vibrant community-focused radio station dedicated to providing insightful news, engaging programming, and diverse perspectives to our listeners in Aspen and the surrounding areas. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for storytelling, Aspen Public Radio serves as a trusted source of information and entertainment for our community.

Aspen Public Radio Morning Edition Host/Anchor

As the Morning Edition Host/Anchor at Aspen Public Radio, you will become the welcoming voice that greets our audience each weekday morning. This permanent part-time position is pivotal in delivering daily newscasts and providing essential updates on weather and other local information, like our daily Ski Report during the winter, Outdoor Report over the summer, and Arts & Culture Report all year long.

In addition to on-air duties, the Morning Edition Host/Anchor may be responsible for daily production responsibilities to distribute each weekday’s Local Newscast podcast, ensuring it meets our high standards of quality and relevance.

Responsibilities:

Anchor daily newscasts each weekday morning during NPR's Morning Edition.
Deliver local breaks during national programming to provide weather updates and daily reports.
Track, edit, and produce audio by utilizing production software to distribute the station’s Local Newscast podcast, as needed.
Maintain high journalistic standards of objectivity, balance, and fairness.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Engaging and professional on-air presence, with experience hosting live radio programs in a contemporary broadcast studio environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proven ability to work well with others and meet deadlines consistently
Efficient multitasking capabilities
Comfort and familiarity with broadcast technology

Preferred Qualifications:

2 years on-air hosting/anchoring experience
Local knowledge of Roaring Fork and Colorado River valleys OR a willingness to immerse yourself in the community
Experience with Adobe Audition or similar audio editing software
Strong broadcast writing and reporting skills
Demonstrated experience operating audio broadcast equipment and working with an automation system
NPR-quality anchoring and voicing skills

Hours and Compensation:

This is a part-time position with no benefits
Hourly Pay Rate: $32/hour
Expected annual income: approximately $31,200-$41,600 (based on 20-25 hours per week)

Application Deadline: May 1, 2024

To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@aspenpublicradio.org. Include "Morning Edition Host/Anchor Application" in the subject line.

Aspen Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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When the station has openings, Aspen Public Radio posts job opportunities in a variety of publications and platforms, including but not limited to:

AIR Media
Current Magazine (Public Media Jobs)
Corporation for Public Broadcasting
Colorado Broadcasters Association
Greater Public
Investigative Reporters & Editors (IRE)
JournalismJobs.com
LinkedIn
MediaJobBoard.com
National Association of Black Journalists
National Association of Hispanic Journalists
National Educational Telecommunications Association
National Federation of Community Broadcasters
Native American Journalists Association
Public Media Business Association
Public Media Journalists Association
Radio-Television News Directors Association