The University of Kansas Hospital is hiring : Writer-Producer-Editor Job at The U

Position Overview

Location : Kansas City, Kansas. Job ID : R-46211. Job Type : Full time

Position Summary / Career Interest :

The Producer / Writer / Editor creates, coordinates, and executes long form medical, newscast style programming for one daily, and two weekly streaming shows. The successful producer may also be asked to help produce a podcast and occasionally write packages for anchors. This position provides editorial and production direction to field crews regarding content, coordination and show execution. The producer coordinates efforts of Anchors / Reporters, Editors, and other staff toward crafting compelling content. The producer works with the news director and executive producer to develop the day-to-day on-air look of the newscast to attract the largest available audience. The position includes collaborating with health system leaders and staff in story planning meetings that meet the needs of patients with a goal of growing preference, loyalty and awareness of the health system services.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Script, story, and promotional writing for streaming, online and podcasts
• Assist in editing show elements as needed
• Research and request FSFX production for show elements
• Prepare interview segments
• Coordinate breaking ‘news’ or crisis communication using the studio for internal and external audiences.
• Assist in the control room for each broadcast and run teleprompter as needed.
• Attend meetings in preparation for daily and / or regular programming needs
• Participate in planning sessions with the news director and executive producer
• Foster good relationships with team members and work closely with the news director, videographers, editors, health system writers and health system leadership.
• Assist with local, national, and international media requests as needed.
• Understand and implement the health system research-based goals
• Be a utility player and handle technical difficulties in stride.
• Is not easily rattled and is results oriented
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

Required Language Skills

Knowledge Requirements

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

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