Assistant Digital Producer – On-Call

Responsibilities

• Re-write broadcast scripts into article copy
• Work with Marketplace producers to identify strong broadcast content that would translate well to web
• Pull audio links from our audio system and embed into web stories
• Select photos, adjust in Photoshop as needed and embed photos for articles, write captions in AP style
• Perform a preliminary name and fact check on radio copy for the web
• Curate the homepage, selecting articles for the top of the page and other key elements on the home page
• Monitor all copy flow, daily and communicate with editors and reporters
• Write podcast descriptions and titles for the shows
• Publish podcasts in a timely manner to catch morning listening traffic
• Double- and triple-check posts for spelling, grammar and factual accuracy
• Work with our editorial partners at the BBC to publish their content for Marketplace on the website
• When needed, edit radio reporters assigned to MMR for short, breaking news pieces, including the Marketplace Minute podcast
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
• Two years of work experience in production, editorial, media or related experience
• Excellent news judgment
• Resourcefulness and ability to problem-solve
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Strong critical judgment skills and the ability to make decisions regarding credibility, personality, and value of material to program
• Ability to successfully meet deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities under pressure on a consistent basis
• Superior communication, organizational and collaborative skills
• Knowledge of WordPress
• Knowledge of Cody.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong editorial skills with a focus on script rewriting, content curation, and fact-checking. Proficient in managing deadlines and collaborating effectively with editorial teams to produce high-quality web content.