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WGBH Supervising Producer

  • 2018-04-17 3:16 PM
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    Message # 6107867
    Marybeth Boucher

    Department Overview

    The World is the leading international affairs show on public radio in the US. Produced in partnership with the BBC World Service, WGBH, and Public Radio International, The World reaches more than three million listeners across North America each week. Our newsroom in Boston is a place where passion and curiosity meet global politics and culture. We strive to tell deeply human stories in creative and innovative ways. And we have a lot of fun doing it! PRI.org is our digital home, where we tell stories and invite communities into our coverage and connect with people who share our passion for understanding our world.
    		   

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    Position Overview

    The Supervising Producer plays a key role in devising and shaping The World’s editorial output. They are a standard-bearer in the newsroom, committed to innovative journalism and the highest standards of editorial integrity. They actively seek out and promote diverse, new voices. They ensure that multi-media opportunities are maximized and that digital activities are integrated into the broadcast in fresh ways. They enable talented people to shine in a collaborative environment. 

    Working in tandem with a fellow Supervising Producer, and with a deeply talented and dedicated team, they alternate on a regular basis between producing the broadcast and editing the daily copy. At all times, they are responsible for creating and delivering distinct and engaging coverage, and for pushing the boundaries of global storytelling. They embrace the ever-changing media landscape and are responsive to the public radio station marketplace. 
    Responsibilities/Essential Functions 


    Essential Functions: 

    30%
    Lead the daily production process, providing editorial guidance and leadership to the production team. 

    20% 
    Place items in the program to ensure that the program has coherence and works as a whole, reflecting the mission of the broadcast. 

    15% 
    Guide day of air staff in finding the best coverage of stories. 

    15%
    Collaborate with the Assignment and Specialist Editors to ensure that future coverage meets the program’s needs. 

    10% 
    Collaborate with the digital team to ensure that on-line activities are integrated into the broadcast and vice versa. 

    5%
    Devise and implement ways for the broadcast to maximize multi-media opportunities. 

    5%
    Provide incisive feedback to the production staff, to encourage and enable them to develop.
    		   

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    Skills Required

    • At least five years experience in broadcast news production at a senior level. 
    • Developed experience of team leadership. 
    • A strong understanding of international affairs. 
    • Experience in exercising news judgment at the highest level and the ability to generate original ideas. 
    • Sustained experience in editing the work of others, advising producers and reporters in how to shape their story. 
    • Experience in leading change and innovation. 
    • Experience in fostering a positive, collaborative work environment in high pressure, deadline driven environments. 
    • Experience inspiring others to bring out their best. 
    • A deep understanding of the public radio system and its needs.
    		   

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    Educational Requirements

    Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.


    Last modified: 2018-04-17 3:16 PM | Marybeth Boucher
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