GBH enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives.

At GBH, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are hybrid and work both from home and onsite. Our current hybrid approach requires staff to work onsite a minimum of two days each week, every Tuesday and Wednesday, Hybrid staff are also welcome to come in additional days each week or may be asked to come in on other days by their manager.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

CAI seeks to inform, educate, and enlighten our audience on the news of the day and the news in historical context through in-depth, high-quality journalism using the best tools and methods of the craft.
The Cape and Islands NPR Stations CAI, WNAN and WZAI are GBH's NPR Stations based in Woods Hole on Cape Cod. These radio stations broadcast news and information programs from NPR, PRI, and the BBC as well as award-winning locally produced content.

JOB OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Executive Editor, the Digital Production Assistant supports the engagement and promotion of CAI’s locally produced content on its website and through social media channels fulfilling our mission to meet our audiences where they are. We are seeking a Digital Production Assistant who can help us capitalize on our content and the unique access we have to some great thinkers. They will create content that both supports our broadcast and provides valuable context for understanding today’s headlines and political, social, and scientific trends. They will commission original articles, create unique, engaging written and visual content. Candidates must be collaborative and have a working knowledge of audio and video production and understanding of best practices of social media and online platforms.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Web Publishing: Coordinate with reporters and hosts on publishing or scheduling content using Grove.
• Social Media Management: Create, share, and prepare engaging audio, text and visual content for digital publication across multiple platforms - from simple quotes with links to other multimedia pieces like videos.
• Collaborate with Executive Editor to create social media packages promoting show episodes and segments.
• Newsletter: Create, coordinate, and assist in publishing the CAI Weekly eNews.
• Donor Content Support: Update Founders Circle section of our website and make layout adjustments.
• Work with internal partners to choose and format 120 Sonics quarterly.
• Under the guidance of the Executive Editor, work with the New England News Collaborative to collaborate on web and social media stories.
• Various other tasks as needed, including website troubleshooting, promo writing and recording, video, and web analytics.

SKILL SET

• Experience using digital formats and social media platforms - producing and publishing on platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, Constant Contact, etc.

• Strong attention to detail; ability to write and proofread work.

• Understanding of principles of journalism

• Writing, editing, and storytelling skills for digital platforms.

• Familiarity with audio editing software (e.g., Adobe Audition, Audacity) and content.

• Working knowledge of Management systems (CMS).

• Working knowledge of graphic design, video editing, copywriting, editing and AP Style

• Familiarity with social media and digital engagement strategies.

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 ​EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, media, or equivalent work experience required.

• 6 months to 1 years of experience in social media management or digital production required.

JOB SPECIFICS
Staff position

Part-time, 32 hours
Hybrid position

LOCATION
Falmouth, MA

Salary Range

Compensation offered within this range is determined by skills, experience and internal pay equity.