Host and Producer

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $65,000-$70,000

About Baltimore Public Media

Baltimore Public Media (BPM) is the parent organization of WYPR 88.1 FM and WTMD 89.7 FM. We provide rich, vibrant programming in news, music, arts, and cultureacross expanding radio and digital formatsthatconnects, enriches, and elevates the residents and communities of Baltimore and the region. Our mission is rooted in journalistic integrity, cultural merit, and community service.

Position Summary

Baltimore Public Media (BPM)seeksa creative and detail-orientedHost and Producerto workalongside the programming department tofurther engage with the Maryland community through thoughtful programming. This roleis responsible forhosting thedailyafternoon driveshifton WTMD, creating content for the website and social media platforms.This positionis engagedwith theDevelopment Departmentastalentforevents and pledge drives.

Key Responsibilities

• Host dailyafternoon driveshift.

• Produce, edit, and publish original contenton the websiteand social media.

• Produce, edit, and publish on-air spots for BPM pledge drives.

• Appear andassistat events with theDirector of Events.
  

• Serve as a fill-in host or board operator as needed.

• Ensure all content aligns with BPMs brand, editorial standards, and mission.

• ParticipatesinWTMDsMatrix Management Model asassigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of1 year of radio hosting experience, preferably in public broadcasting.

• Minimum of 1 year of radio production experience, preferably in public broadcasting.

• Strong understanding of local and national music trends.

• Excellent writing and radio script development skills.

• Strongannouncing, board operation, and on-air presentation abilities.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred:

• Experience producing content for an AAA radio station.

• Familiarity with social media content strategy and publishing tools.

• Knowledge of public media audiences.

Compensation

Salary Range:$65,000- $70,000

Reporting & Collaboration

• Reports to theProgram Director
  

• Works withDevelopmentDepartmentfor on-air production of spots for pledge drives.

• Works with event production teams as needed.

Equal Opportunity & Organizational Commitment

Baltimore Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team thatrepresentsdiverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We actively encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groupsincluding but not limited to Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and people with disabilitiesto apply.

As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) public media organization, Baltimore Public Media operates WYPR 88.1 FM and WTMD 89.7 FM, serving the Baltimore region and Maryland with trusted journalism, engaging music, and cultural programming. We are dedicated to enriching our community through independent media and publicservice.