Audio Staff Reporter
Student Union
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Hamilton • Canada
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About the role
- Research for audio story opportunities at McMaster and in Hamilton by monitoring campus developments, events, and community issues
- Pitch segment ideas to the Section’s Associate Editor for approval
- Conduct background research and pre-interviews to ensure informed and accurate reporting
- Produce one audio segment per week (interview, feature, or reported piece) for the assigned Frequency show
- Conduct and record interviews using approved recording equipment
- Participate in show discussions or recurring segments as assigned
- Submit recorded content in a timely fashion
- Ensure segments are accurate, coherent, balanced, and ethically sound
- Verify facts prior to recording and broadcast
- Incorporate edits and feedback in a timely manner
Requirements
- Strong verbal communication skills and ability to speak clearly and confidently on-air
- Ability to conduct engaging, conversational interviews
- Assertive and professional communication when reaching out to contacts
- Personal skills to work with colleagues and the public
- Time management and organizational skills
- Basic audio recording knowledge (training provided)
- Interviewing and analytical skills
- Rudimentary knowledge of Canadian media law and broadcast standards is an asset
- Ensure audio quality, clarity, and professionalism consistent with Silhouette and CFMU standards
Benefits
- On-location interviews may be required around McMaster campus
- Exposure to various weather conditions
- Training and Experience J ournalism, broadcasting, podcasting, or related experience preferred (previous Silhouette or CFMU experience an asset
- Audio recording and editing training will be provided
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
audio recordinginterviewingbackground researchfact verificationcontent editingreportingaudio segment productionanalytical skillsmedia law knowledgebroadcast standards knowledge
Soft Skills
verbal communicationengaging interviewsprofessional communicationtime managementorganizational skillsassertivenesscollaborationpublic interactionclarity in speechfeedback incorporation