Under general supervision, as Host of NMIF will participate at all levels in producing at least one news and public affairs program to be broadcast on NMPBS – plus additional hosting and production duties for news and public affairs programming for various digital platforms such as YouTube, Instagram and podcasting platforms. Performs various duties at community events for NMPBS.  

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.

Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Strong journalism background and skills, including interviewing, news gathering, news analysis, synthesizing complex topics and issues.
• Strong news judgment and ability to take and keep the pulse of the community.
• Ability to generate story and interview ideas.
• Creative, collaborative, critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of New Mexico, its issues, its people — and a willingness to learn more.
• Ability to partner with team to prepare interview questions and scripts for New Mexico in Focus segments.
• Flexibility to handle multiple formats and presentations, from one-on-one interviews to roundtable discussions to field pieces.
• Enhanced on-air presence.
• Desire to grow and expand our audience for broadcast, podcast and digital platforms.
• Non-linear editing skills in programs such as Adobe Premiere.
• Familiarity with public media philosophy and ethos.
• Commitment to fairness and accuracy in journalism.
• Experience or willingness to learn how to host and facilitate community events.
• Ability to work with team members in multiple departments, including production, public affairs, marketing, digital and development.

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.