Entertainment Content Creator Jobs

CANVAS United is a fast-growing, award-winning, mid-sized, bi-coastal, full-service creative digital agency based in New York City and Southern California. We are an independent creative collective for the brands of the future. With the sole purpose of helping clients grow with a more creatively driven, digitally led and culturally attuned approach to marketing. Being independent and part of a larger collective of creative agencies (UNITED COLLECTIVE) has allowed us to evolve from design & build into delivering immersive digital experiences. We have years of experience working with iconic brands and institutions such as Hoka, got milk?, Xfinity Comcast, MTV, Crunch Fitness, Beekman Hotel, Parker Palm Springs, Showtime, Howard Hughes, Marc Jacobs, Estee Lauder to name a few.

About the Role:

Enough about us, it’s YOU we’re excited about. We’re looking for a passionate, detail-oriented, and collaborative Art Director to join our creative team. The ideal candidate is well versed in both visual design and conceptual campaign initiatives and is a power-house executor— going above and beyond to ensure all work is delivered with a keen eye for detailing and innovation. You will work alongside our Creative Director, digital content team, designers, and copywriters to concept award-winning digital initiatives for integrated campaigns, web, and social. This role will be based in our NY office (FiDi).

About you:

• Confident and versatile people leader, excited to design, train, and implement best practices for a team to achieve consistency, and ultimately – client success
• A strategic, creative thinker with robust experience in the digital marketing space
• Able to navigate client ambiguity and business challenges to find data-driven, strategic creative solutions where there is no obvious path
• In pursuit of personal growth and challenge, and have a track record of doing the same with how you guide your creative teams and the clients at large
• Able to traverse complex workstreams, with an eye for detail, and vision for the bigger picture
• Champion of the creative work and the people executing it
• A direct source of guidance and leadership in the department

Key Areas of Responsibility:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ideating and designing for client projects and new business initiatives, including marketing campaigns, social activation content, and digital web/app experiences
• Providing clear and concise direction, with hands-on guidance to junior designers and production to elevate creative work
• Creating a comprehensive visual language for multi platform campaigns
• Research comparative/competitive examples on any given initiative
• Manage a small team of designers and content creators
• Foster ongoing improvements to creative processes and methodologies
• Inspire and empower others to solve business problems with creative, ensuring scalability and sustainability

• Minimum 6+ years industry experience
• Must have familiarity with video production process
• Must have a strong grasp on social platforms and trends
• Must be able to work with creative people in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Must be comfortable presenting work internally and externally with senior-level clients
• Strong ability to organize and work on multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong digital portfolio (websites, campaigns, interactive and mobile experiences)
• Strong typography skills
• Ideally has worked on both integrated campaigns and product websites
• Programs: Figma and core Adobe Suite programs like photoshop etc.

Bonus:

• Animation/motion design experience
• Strong UX/Interaction design sensibility
• Brand Identity Design Experience
• Ability to develop design systems in Figma
• Knowledge of CSS and HTML

*Salary Range: $90k – $120k

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

*Actual offer may vary by market location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

UNITED COLLECTIVE

Sony Music is seeking an experienced Senior Communications Manager to tell the story of our company, record labels, artists, and executives. We are looking for someone with excellent written and verbal communication skills, to tell the stories – internally and externally – that differentiate Sony Music UK. We’re looking for a motivated and driven team player with an entrepreneurial spirit.

This is a 12 month fixed term contract role.

What you’ll do:

External Communication and PR:

• Lead PR and corp comms for Sony Music’s key initiatives including corporate news, executive moves, acquisitions, crisis comms, CSR efforts.
• Write press releases, speeches and briefing documents.Regularly develop and pitch stories and thought leadership ideas aligning with company goals.
• Oversee content strategy for Website and LinkedIn. Set KPIs and provide comprehensive campaign reporting and actionable insights.
• Develop and implement strategic media plans engaging with mainstream and social media, to build awareness and understanding among key stakeholders of Sony Music’s business strategies, market performance and brand position.
• Develop and cultivate relationships with key editors, journalists and influencers at business and trade outlets, and pitch stories and advertorial content aligning with company goals.
• Coordinate all industry awards and events submissions across the labels to ensure Sony Music is well represented.
• Review all employee interviews, panels and keynote speaking opportunities.
• Design and commission corporate adverts (EG. incl. industry award programmes).

Internal Communication:

• Draft all official internal communication across multiple platforms.
• Oversee and approve internal emails, newsletters, intranet, and work with the team to develop new channels and platforms.
• Engage with senior management to develop written material for internal and public distribution in support of company needs including internal communications and thought leadership initiatives.
• Work with labels and departments across the company and meet key internal stakeholders regularly to identify PR opportunities and then act upon them.
• Advise stakeholders and departments across the business on the best communications approach.
• Measurement: Analyse the effectiveness of projects and channels and provide insights on the most effective ways to reach employees

Who you are:

• Minimum of 5 years working in a communication and/or public relations role.
• Previous experience working in the music industry.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communicator. Excellent networking and relationship building skills and the ability to interact with confidence with all different levels and functions within an organization.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Exhibit professionalism and skills necessary to establish and maintain a high level of credibility, and diplomacy
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to deliver on multiple, concurrent priorities

What we give you:

• You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork
• An excellent range of benefits, like flexible working, core hours, childcare allowance, private medical cover, a generous pension scheme, life assurance and income protection, plus loads of music biz perks
• We invest in your professional growth & development

Sony Music Entertainment

FOX 5/WNYW-MY 9/WWOR in New York is seeking an Associate Promotions Producer!

The Associate Producer will work with the Creative Team in writing, producing and editing promos for on-air, digital, and social media. The ideal candidate should be creative, highly organized with a strong interest in broadcast promotion & marketing and have a strong understanding of digital and social media marketing. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. In addition, the Associate Producer will support the Director of Creative Services and Producers on various projects and must be a team player and have excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities include: conceptualizing, writing, producing and editing news and entertainment on-air promos; create engaging social and digital content to share with our millions of followers; explore new and emerging social media platforms and identify growth opportunities; distribute assets for multi-media advertising buys; provide vacation relief for Log Coordinator and Producers; assist with production shoots, location scouts, music and video acquisitions and other projects as assigned.

Requirements include: minimum 1-2 years of experience in social media/digital marketing, television broadcasting, or related field preferred (this can include internships); excellent writing skills; strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at once in a fast-paced environment; strong knowledge of social media platforms; strong knowledge of video editing and a passion for creating compelling marketing content; Bachelor’s Degree preferred; must be a highly motivated team player with a positive attitude.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills is: $55,000 – $60,000 annually. The role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, a 401(k) plain, paid time off and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents.

Fox 5 (WNYW-TV New York)

Job Title: Public Relations Manager

Client Location: London – Hybrid

Starting: ASAP

Salary/Pay Rate: £31.30 per hour (PAYE)

Hours: Full-time

Duration: 9 Months

Job Description:

Our client, a multinational technology company, is seeking a PR Manager to join their team for a period of 9 months. You will primarily cover Europe, however ad hoc support in MENA and India will also be required. Within this role you can expect to engage and manage international PR agencies, support the media relations and support with regular internal reporting.

This is a hybrid role paying £31.30 per hour (PAYE).

Role responsibilities:

• Manage proactive PR around tentpole events
• Identify news moments and create news assets
• Develop and implement the onsite media approach
• Support with content reviews of marketing-created materials
• Draft and lead on approvals for press content
• Manage London-based PR agency
• Help streamline processes
• Review marketing-created content

Required skills:

• PR experience either in house or at an agency
• Strong communication and project management skills
• Media relations experience
• Excellent writing ability
• Knowledge of working across Europe and or internationally (beneficial)
• European language(s) capability (beneficial)
• Understanding of the advertising industry (beneficial)

**Please note that if you haven’t received a response within 48 working hours, your application has been unsuccessful at this time**

Client Description:

Our Client is a FTSE 100, multinational technology company no longer known for just one thing. Their areas of expertise include e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, artificial intelligence, original entertainment… the list goes on. Despite being primarily digital, their aim is to be the most customer-centric company in the world.

Aquent is dedicated to improving inclusivity & is proudly an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups & are committed to providing support to applicants with disabilities. We aim to provide reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, to those with a medical condition, disability or neurodivergence.

Aquent UK

Job description:

The Peninsula London is seeking a talented Director of Communications & Partnerships, to work with the Director of Sales & Marketing and lead the Communications team. An essential part of this role will be to introduce and ignite local and international brand partners, by developing relationships with key influencers from global luxury brands, local luxury boutiques, fashion, design, art, entertainment, philanthropy, and royalty to increase brand awareness and elevate brand image.

• An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel opening in London
• Market leading remuneration, service charge and attractive benefits
• Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team

Key Accountabilities:

• Work closely with the Director of Sales and Marketing and Department Heads to develop the hotel’s annual brand partnerships and communications strategy, activities, and implementation
• Responsible for the communications team, to develop creative and innovative content to support, product introduction, service offerings and new technologies
• Establish processes to generate a stream of engaging news and promote The Peninsula London through targeted channels, working alongside copywriters and PR agencies to create content that upholds standards
• Oversee The Peninsula London press activities, liaising with key stakeholders to secure positive coverage in target media channels while building on and maintain relationships, providing relevant information and ensuring all concerns or queries are managed efficiently
• Responsible for the overall planning and supervision of key projects including but not limited to, brand filming, product shoots, high profile events and the Grand Opening Party
• Executes and uses proven strategies to ensure the hotel events and partnerships are representative of The Peninsula brand

General Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience in communications or public relations in the luxury consumer, hotel, or travel industries
• Must have excellent copywriting skills and attention to detail
• The successful candidate must be able to make strong and long-lasting connections with exceptional interpersonal skills
• Strong connections with media outlets in the hospitality and hotel industry
• Fluent English communication proficiency

We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly. 

The Peninsula Hotels

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Corporate Communications & Public Relations is a key interface between the company, its employees, and key external stakeholders, specifically media. The Director is responsible for creating, building, and managing internal and external messaging campaigns that promote and protect the Utah Jazz – an NBA franchise owned by Smith Entertainment Group – and ensure key audiences clearly understand the Utah Jazz’s positioning and prominence as an exemplary employer, one of the leading NBA franchises, and an innovative business in the sports world – inspiring greater engagement with the company both on and off the court and in the community. As part of this, the Director will oversee employee communications, lead key copywriting and editing responsibilities related to the Communications department, and spearhead proactive/reactive local and national business-focused PR efforts. The Director will also liaise regularly with other members of the company’s communications team, oversee junior staff, and support other responsibilities, as requested and assigned by the Chief Communications Officer.

*All full-time and part-time employees of the Utah Jazz are required to be fully vaccinated (fully vaccinated is defined as two weeks after your final dose). Mandatory vaccinations support our commitment to making our workplace and public facilities as safe and welcoming as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals who are not able to get the vaccine due to qualifying medical, religious, or personal reasons.*

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In collaboration with the Chief Communications Officer, develop and implement inspiring internal and external communications strategies and supporting programs that articulate the Utah Jazz business/corporate story strategically and proactively to elevate and differentiate the franchise among all key audiences
• Manage and support the company’s corporate narrative and story-telling campaigns, working in concert with all departments to identify unique, compelling story angles and communicating those messages to relevant parties (internal and external) in a way that generates results (i.e. editorial coverage or engagement)
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with members of the local and national media. Proactively pitch stories about business and corporate aspects of the Jazz to generate earned media coverage; reactively respond to media inquiries
• Research, craft, and edit a variety of communications for internal and external use. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, writing and editing content for various platforms (i.e. press releases, media advisories, pitches, byline articles, thought leadership pieces, newsletters, media prep documents); crafting compelling presentations (written and visual) to share company news; contributing to social media content; awards recognition, and other messaging initiatives that build corporate reputation
• Create and execute strategies for press conferences, media availabilities, and virtual gatherings for internal and external audiences from an operational, programming, and messaging standpoint; provide prep documents whenever necessary or as requested; continuously create unique new ways to disseminate company announcements
• Support the Chief Communications Officer with developing and executing content strategies to expertly respond to reputational challenges and crisis communications situations, as they arise
• Secure interviews, speaking engagements, and other public relations-related thought leadership opportunities for the senior leadership team
• Attend promotional activities related to the business side of the Jazz such as corporate events and community gatherings to support related media queries, filmings, interview requests, or photo opportunities
• Report on PR activities on a regular basis, in collaboration with junior team members; meet regularly with the Chief Communications Officer to discuss progress
• Interface with the NBA communications and PR teams whenever requested or required
• Stay updated on public relations trends and use the knowledge to positively impact and improve efforts executed on behalf of the company
• Collaborate with other departments and executives to support their communications needs
• Protect the reputation of the company
• Exemplify the Smith Entertainment Group values
• Accept other duties, as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related degree
• Minimum of seven years of experience in communications or public relations; at least three years of experience managing junior staff
• High degree of personal and professional savvy and ability to influence internal and external audiences (i.e employees and media)
• Strong passion for communications, storytelling, collaboration, and team building
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills; ability to produce a wide range of excellently crafted, creative, and compelling materials and content (i.e. scripts, presentations, press releases, speeches, etc.); proven skills in copywriting, copyediting, and proofreading
• Experience working with a broad spectrum of communication vehicles including those on the Google platform
• Excellent project management and interpersonal skills; ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Proactive, conceptual, strategic, and creative thinker, stimulated by challenges and open-minded with a strong desire to learn
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations with discretion and diplomacy
• Ability to work well under pressure and effectively handle multiple, concurrent demands and appropriately prioritize responsibilities
• Must have intermediate knowledge in using social media platforms to communicate PR messages and liaise with the media
• Must work well in a team environment
• Able to work a flexible schedule when required, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to travel

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• This person must be able to communicate and express themselves both written and verbally
• This person must be able to observe, inspect, estimate and assess
• This person must be able to sit, stand, bend, walk, and climb stairs for long periods of time.
• This person must be able to lift 20 lbs.

The Utah Jazz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and Utah Jazz reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description.

Utah Jazz

Kings Dominion

New York, NY or Schaumburg, IL

Hybrid (50% onsite, 50% remote)

TouchTunes is the world’s largest in-venue interactive music and entertainment platform, with our connected jukeboxes featured in over 65,000 locations globally. Our music experience inspires emotional connections in shared spaces, enhancing the way people interact with each other and their environment. Millions of songs are played daily across the TouchTunes network, with our popular mobile app driving the vast majority of plays.

We are looking for an experienced performance media leader who will be responsible for the strategy, planning, execution, measurement and optimization of performance media campaigns for business.

Responsibilities:

• Develop the paid media strategy, budget and plans with a focus on driving new user acquisition and conversion across paid search, social, OLV, display and other media tactics.
• Accountable media analytics and reporting dashboards to track campaign performance and show CAC/LTV. Elevate our reporting to clearly show an overview of results, insights and actionable recommendations.
• Lead and manage the relationship with our paid media agency to ensure current and future media plans are in place, key deliverables are being met and all channels are meeting and/or exceeding goals.
• Create actionable and meaningful program KPIs and aid in analytics and systems integrations for proper tracking and attribution.
• Partner with internal creative team and external agency partners to manage the production of campaign assets.
• Run A/B tests in order to optimize creative assets and messaging.
• Be thought leader on media industry trends and best practices to share with internal marketing team.

Skills & Competencies:

• 4-7 years’ experience in performance media marketing creating, managing and delivering paid search, social and display media plans, strategies and budget
• Retail and mobile app industry experience strongly preferred
• Music industry experience a plus
• An analytical mind with aptitude for statistics & math
• Proven ability to synthesize data & results, identify trends & key findings, and fuel content strategies
• Thorough understanding of, and hands on experience, managing integrated media campaigns, including programmatic digital

Perks:

• Working in a culture that likes to drive constant innovation
• Competitive insurance packages (health, dental, vision)
• Unlimited sick time
• Pet insurance
• Competitive 401K package with company match
• Hybrid working environment
• Access to Udemy for unlimited training programs
• WorkLifeWell, provider of on-demand behavioral health management including wellness classes, workshops and yoga.
• Pre-tax benefits: Commuter, Dependent Care FSA etc.

Work Requirements:

• In an effort to protect our fellow employees, their families and our customers, TouchTunes requires all employees working onsite to receive the COVID-19 vaccination with exemptions only for limited reasons required by law.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Up to 10% travel.

TouchTunes is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. TouchTunes provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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TouchTunes

About the Company:

Ballyhoo Media is the industry leader in water-based media, specializing in outdoor advertising and events. Ballyhoo is an energetic startup looking to add entrepreneurial self-starters to our fast-growing team!

Driven by our mission to enhance the waterways, we deliver breakthrough mediums for advertising, entertainment, and collaborative experiences for our community. We provide an interactive canvas to the landscapes of America’s waterfront cities, creating lasting and memorable campaigns for our clients and partners, including Disney, Amazon, HBO, Twitter, Miami-Dade County, The Miami Foundation, Debris Free Oceans, Women’s Fund Miami, and more!

About the Position:

We’re seeking a Public Affairs Coordinator to join our Communications team to enhance our brand awareness and support our community initiative goals. You will work alongside the Director of Communication & Public Affairs in consumer-facing public relations and B2B, government, and nonprofit relationship building. In this role, you will be advancing our environmental and community initiatives, building excitement for product launches, and amplifying the unique campaigns of our advertising clients.

Day-to-Day, you will be facilitating communications with representatives from various agencies and organizations, developing campaigns and collaboration opportunities, anticipating communications and public relations surrounding partnerships, working to build community events, and beyond!

This self-starter is willing to accept the challenge of representing the company with press contacts and community partners. You will work alongside marketing and business development to fuel our expansion and product launches nationwide. You will work alongside the Communications and Operations team on new environmental initiatives the company is embarking on. You aim to attract the public, media, and local stakeholders to our platform’s fun, informative, and impactful offerings.

Outside of specifics, our team thrives on collaboration and teamwork. A perfect match would be someone who can handle a fast-paced environment but is unafraid to make revisions and learn from other team members to produce the highest-quality work collectively. Additionally, this self-starter should have a passion for growth and entrepreneurial ownership, looking to make the next step in their career during this exciting time in Ballyhoo Media’s supercharged growth!

What You’ll Do:

Consumer-Facing PR:

• Work alongside the Director of Communications & Public Affairs to execute public relations strategies to create and maintain a positive public image in hyper-local markets in South Florida and future cities.
• Develop go-to-market strategies for new assets, conduct local research and insights, generate local awareness, and equip sales with programs and tools to succeed.
• Drafting stories featuring our advertising clients to be placed in local, regional, and national publications
• Facilitate day-to-day media relations.
• Work alongside the Director of Communications and the marketing department on a social media content calendar.
• Drive storytelling and advocacy projects involving our advertising clients and consistently seek out new and compelling ways to tell and amplify these stories.
• Create and build strong relationships with key media for executive and industry visibility.
• Monitoring and tracking clients and trends, market and competitor research, creating and maintaining media lists, calendar listings, clippings, and media mentions.
• Compiles metrics for quarterly reports.
• Assists with other marketing projects (marketing and PR campaigns, website updates, etc.) as needed.
• Launching products with our quickly expanding markets.

Government Relations & B2B

• Analyze, inform, and plan campaigns while updating leadership on local issues, regulations, and legislation.
• Build our brand equity within the Out-Of-Home (OOH) advertising industry and look for new opportunities to show our company as an innovative leader.
• Partner with community organizations, non-profits, and similar groups to align Ballyhoo’s social mission in public communication, economic development, and environmental conservation.
• Assist in developing strategic partnerships with government leaders, businesses, and other prospective partners to enhance our relationship with cities.
• Facilitate collaborative alliances between Ballyhoo and key partners, including policymakers, industry associations, and coalition partners.
• Attend events on behalf of Ballyhoo Media and network effectively to generate leads and potential partnerships.

Ideal Canidate

• Has a positive attitude and shows professionalism with a demonstrated record for problem-solving and multitasking
• Demonstrated leadership in times of need and crisis alongside attention to detail.
• Work with confidence and composure and utilize critical thinking skills when needed.
• A collaborator and advocate for environmental and social issues we can amplify.
• Effectively work on multiple projects simultaneously and ensure each meets “Ballyhoo Standards” and client needs

What experience or skills are needed?

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience with consumer-facing, government, nonprofit, or related PR fields
• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or related degree
• Strong aptitude for determining the optimal way to position Ballyhoo Media among stakeholders
• Ability to conceive and develop high-quality, well-thought-out, and successful copywriting
• Creative thinker with a unique ability to problem-solve and strategize
• Proven ability to deliver programs that drive growth in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment

What’s In It For You?

• Work for one of Florida’s fastest-growing media companies where development, promotional, and growth opportunities are a priority to help you get to where you want to go on your career path.
• Join an innovative, fun, and enriching workplace culture (humble brag) where you are valued, given credit when it’s due, and recognized for your contributions.
• Work on a small, high-impact team that can dramatically shape the company’s success.
• Share our passion for exploring the waterways of Miami and Ft. Lauderdale and enjoying the beautiful outdoors (with the occasional boat ride, too!)
• A flexible work environment that celebrates differences and fosters the feeling of family
• Base salary, bonus up to 10%
• Gold-Standard benefit plan, including:
• 100% health, dental, and medical coverage. (After 90 days)
• Retirement (401k) benefits program 100% match up to 3%, 50% up to 4%. (After six months)
• Annual Bonus. (Terms apply)
• Unlimited PTO (After 90 days)

Ballyhoo Media

Be part of the creative, journalistic engine that powers our daily show.

Every weekday at noon, This Is Nashville provides a platform for real conversation. WPLN’s first-ever daily show brings a wide range of topics to life by centering diverse voices from across the city and region alongside in-depth original reporting and the latest on the day’s top news.

As one of three multimedia producers, you will find and book engaging guests, produce top-notch audio and digital content to help shape the sound, focus and editorial direction of This Is Nashville. You’ll be responsible for making clear and professional editorial, audio and social media decisions as part of a tight-knit team and under the pressure of daily deadlines.

We’re looking for someone with superior creative and editorial judgment who fully grasps our community-first approach and knows what kinds of conversations will make listeners lean in. In addition to production chops, we’re looking for a candidate who displays a clear grasp on the current media environment and a demonstrated ability to use digital platforms like Instagram, Twitter and Tiktok to maximize audience engagement with our content.

If you want to help audiences understand and connect with local issues and their fellow community members, while also shaping the sound and direction of a show, this job is for you. (Extra points for bringing humor and thoughtfulness to a fast-paced news environment.)

What is This Is Nashville?

This Is Nashville is the flagship daily show from WPLN News and Nashville Public Radio. Since our launch in March 2022, we have interviewed hundreds of people on wide-ranging topics, from Nashville nightlife to domestic violence. Our show is a journey into the identity of Nashville, and a lot of our work dives into our history and its significance to the city we know today.

We’ve taken listeners out into the field with us on a quest to find the purple martins, a night out at one of few remaining lesbian bars in the country, a celebration in Promise Land, Tennessee, and a hike to find a rare and extremely valuable ‘miracle plant.’

WPLN News is the newsroom of Nashville Public Radio, a community-licensed, nonprofit news outlet that strives to cover our region with context, courage and respect. Within the newsroom, our collaborative and diverse team works together to help every journalist realize their potential on the job, while also giving them space to live a full life outside of it. We strive to perform at the highest level: In recent years, our newsroom has received a Peabody, a National Murrow Award and a Pulitzer finalist nod, as well as the Daniel Schorr Prize for the best public media journalist under 35.

How does the application and selection process work?

• Cover letter. Please explain why you bring what we’re looking for.
• Clips. Please upload four examples of your work and an explanation of why you’ve chosen these examples. Audio is most welcome.
• Resume. Please keep it to one page, and submit it as a PDF. (No need to include your references on this — we’ll ask you for those later if you make it to the finalist round.)
• Deadline to apply: March 24, 2023

Our search committee will evaluate those materials on the following criteria:

• Production chops. We’d like to see strong ideas for what makes a compelling segment.
• Calm and creativity in a daily news environment. This job will involve juggling logistical details and problem-solving. Our workflow is designed to minimize the daily pressure, but if a crisis ensues, how will you handle it?
• Commitment to equity. We want to see a clear and demonstrated ability in reaching out to and including diverse communities.
• Community engagement. Building and maintaining new and meaningful source relationships is a must. We need to see a clear ability to do that.
• Quality and range in past work. We want to see your range as a journalist. What are your areas of focus and how do you build your repertoire for them?

Audio skills are a plus.

After rating each application, our search committee will choose a set of finalists to interview. Finalists will then be asked to complete a brief production exercise, and a second round of interviews. If you do not make it to the finalist round, we will alert you by email as promptly as possible. (No ghosting here.)

Physical Demands

The employee in this position is frequently standing, walking, or sitting; using hands to finger, handle, or feel; reaching with hands and arms, and talking or hearing.

Lifts Weight or Exerts Force Work Environment

The employee in this position may regularly lift up to 20 pounds.

Vision

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Salary Information

$50,000+ (Negotiable based on experience)

About Nashville Public Radio

Nashville Public Radio serves Middle Tennessee by providing trusted in-depth news, engaging music, and unique cultural programs on 90.3 FM WPLN News, WNXP, Nashville Classical Radio, and our various digital platforms. For more than 60 years, listeners have turned to this community supported service for programming that inspires conversation and curiosity, educates, and entertains. Our values are

• To operate the station at the highest level of professional standards and integrity.
• To be responsive to our listeners, members, supporters, and public.
• To exhibit mutual respect for our peers and audience.
• To value the member and community support that our station receives.
• To work together in an environment that encourages participation and sharing of the decisions that affect the station and our listeners.

Nashville Public Radio is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity in our hiring. Nashville Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

Nashville Public Radio offers a generous benefit package including medical, vision, dental, and an robust Employee Assistance Program inclusive of six free sessions of counseling each year and basic legal assistance. Long-term disability and life insurance are provided at no cost to employees. We also have up to 40 days of paid parental or medical leave, inclusive for adoptive and/or foster parents.

In addition to these benefits, employees receive vacation and sick leave, access to a 401(k) plan with employer matching, and 13 paid holidays, 2 of which are floating to employee preference.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, and/or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Nashville Public Radio