Morning Edition Host
Job Summary
KUER is looking for a broadcaster and journalist ready to connect
with Utahns as local host of NPR's “Morning Edition.” The host
serves as a trusted guide to NPR's national and international
reporting and storytelling. They also give the station its uniquely
Utah lens by offering local information to help people begin their
day, sharing KUER's service-oriented reporting and facilitating
conversations that help everyone understand the Beehive State and
meet their neighbors.
About us:
KUER serves Utahns with trustworthy news and information, expertly
crafted stories, plus conversations and diverse voices from around
our state. To provide this essential public service, we're
dedicated to building an organizational culture that prioritizes
collaboration. We seek a team that reflects our entire community,
and we encourage contributions from people of various experiences.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a staff whose
perspectives are heard and valued. This is essential to our
success.
Benefits:
The department may choose to hire at any of the below job
levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and
budget.
Responsibilities
- Serves as primary KUER host and trusted local voice during
NPR's "Morning Edition." Hosts additional morning programming as
directed
- Following the station programming log, operates the board to
mix NPR satellite feed and live breaks, including newscast,
weather, station promotion and pre-produced sponsorship
- Writes, produces and delivers on-air news with contributions
from KUER reporters, editors and in collaboration with the Morning
Edition producer. Produces on-demand news with producer
- Participates in regular airchecks with station manager to
implement KUER's promotion strategy and develop on-air
presence
- Adheres to deadlines and, in concert with editors, makes timely
and effective decisions for breaking news
- Works closely with other staff and under the supervision of the
editorial team in identifying, developing and creating journalism
that supports KUER's audience-centric mission
- Prioritizes understanding the issues that matter most to Utahns
to report and produce interviews and stories across multiple
platforms including written, audio and video
- Ensures all work meets NPR News and KUER standards for
accuracy, fairness, honesty and impartiality, including the
station's Standards of Integrity document
- Participates in regular newsroom editorial meetings, one-on-one
check-ins, airchecks and station meetings
- Actively participates in KUER fund drives and represents KUER
at community and station events
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education
can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience
(Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work
experience).
- Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's
(or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work
experience.
Department Specific Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of professional on-air hosting and broadcast
journalism experience with a commitment to growth and
innovation
- A portfolio demonstrating strong on-air presence compatible
with current NPR aesthetics as well as interviewing, broadcast and
digital writing and audio production skills
- Experience in board operation and familiarity with broadcast
systems (Wide Orbit and Content Depot), news software (Burli, AP
products) and digital audio software (Audition, ProTools,
etc.)
- Sound news judgment and knowledge of journalistic best
practices, including experience with AP style
- Enthusiasm for creative storytelling that centers the audience,
serves their needs and includes perspectives from across Utah
- Strong commitment to a collaborative editorial process
- Understanding of local and national politics
- Excellent communicator, team player and problem solver with
demonstrated human relations skills
- Ability to maintain a reliable and consistent schedule and
thrive during demanding early morning hours
- Commitment to appearing on multiple platforms beyond broadcast
radio such as video, social media and TV broadcast
- Willingness to grow and change with KUER and KUER News as we
adapt to evolving audience habits and needs
Preferences
- Knowledge of Utah culture and politics
- The ability to write and speak fluently in a second
language
- An active and engaging social media presence
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN45855B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: 40 hours/week, Monday through Friday,
4:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Due to the nature of this position, the host
will be required to live in Utah. Remote candidates cannot be
considered.
Department: 00335 - KUER
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $63,000 - $67,000
Close Date: 11/06/2026
Open Until Filled:
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