Description
MANAGING PRODUCER, LOCAL SHOW
WHO WE ARE:
Serving the country’s fifth-largest media market, KERA reaches more than 5 million people monthly through KERA TV, KERA News, KXT, WRR and The Denton Record-Chronicle. For more than 60 years, North Texans have turned to KERA as a destination for community engagement and lifelong learning.
As we seek to recognize and reflect our audience and communities, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds and points of view to consider employment opportunities at KERA.
POSITION SUMMARY:
KERA is seeking a full-time Managing Producer to help shape and launch a new daily local news and conversation program designed to bring North Texans together around the stories that define their day. The Managing Producer will work closely with the Executive Producer, Talk Shows and newsroom leaders to oversee daily production, steer editorial priorities, and set the tone for how the program connects audiences across North Texas.
This position will directly oversee a team of producers and collaborate with Newsroom leadership on show content. They will help balance the hard news with a lighter touch by looking at arts, culture and what it’s like to live in North Texas. A successful candidate will be committed to helping the audience understand how the news of the day connects to their lives and be driven to better connect listeners to their community
This position is classified as FLSA exempt, is not eligible for overtime and reports to the Executive Producer, Talk.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Supervise daily production of North Texas’ premier daily news program in consultation with newsroom leadership
Map out daily features and recurring segments, coordinating continued coverage of breaking news and pre-produced content.
Balance the news of the day with lighter and community-focused stories.
Supervise a team of producers responsible for booking guests, shaping segments, and crafting content that works across platforms — on air, online, and in person.
Direct live broadcast of the show five days per week in coordination with the technical director.
Run daily show meetings looking at both urgent and continuing coverage plans.
Work with KERA partners and collaborators, including the Fort Worth Report, Denton Record Chronicle, The Dallas Morning News, on regular and reoccurring content features for The Local Show.
Supervise a team of producers responsible for booking guests, shaping segments, and crafting content that works across platforms — on air, online, and in person.
Develop engaging program ideas and creative approaches to covering news and current affairs that evolve with audience behavior and preference.
Oversee digital extensions — including on-demand audio, newsletters, and social content — to expand the show’s reach and relevance.
Maintain KERA’s high standards for ethics, accuracy, inclusion, and creativity.
Ensure that guests and on-air voices reflect communities across North Texas.
Participate in fundraising, live events, and community engagement as needed
As a KERA employee:
Work in a manner that is consistent with KERA’s mission, vision and values; and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Perform additional duties as assigned
This list of job duties is not exhaustive and is subject to regular reviews and updates
Requirements
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL:
We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences and passions. If you do not meet every job qualification but have some of these skills and feel you could be a good fit, we would like to hear from you. Please apply and tell us more about yourself.
A minimum of 5 to 10 years in journalism, content creation or relevant experience.
Strong leadership and collaboration skills.
Ability to juggle multiple projects/priorities on deadline.
Knowledge of/experience in audio and/or video production and editing.
Strong content editing/proofreading skills including knowledge of AP style.
Strong digital skills and high familiarity with project management, content management and digital distribution platforms.
Ability to exercise sound news judgment and follow KERA/NPR ethics and editorial standards.
A passion for public media and serving a diverse audience.
BONUS IF YOU BRING:
Knowledge of North Texas people, cultures, issues and geography as well as national and international issues and events
Working knowledge of Spanish and/or other languages common in Texas
Previous live radio production or hosting experience
SALARY RANGE
$80,000-$90,000 annually, depending on experience
BENEFITS
Generous vacation (3 weeks), sick (8 days), personal time (2 days) and holidays (11)
Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
KERA-paid short and long-term disability, basic life insurance and AD&D insurance
Flexible scheduling and hybrid work environment
401k plan with KERA-contribution after 6 months
Robust employee assistance program available to the employee and all members of their household
Strong company culture focused on connection, belonging and professional growth
LOCATION:
We expect that this position will work out of our Dallas office in Fair Park at least 95% of the time.
HOW TO APPLY:
Complete the application on KERA’s employment page.
Attach a resume and an optional cover letter summarizing why you are the best fit for the role
APPLICATION TIMELINE:
We generally close roles 2-4 weeks after posting. The hiring process may continue for several weeks after the closing of the role depending on the number of applicants.
KERA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
KERA believes that diversity is important to our success. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
