Petra Mayer Memorial Fellowship

Intro To Position

NPR's Society & Culture Desk offers news, discovery and analysis of arts and culture to curious audiences on digital, radio, podcasts, social platforms and video. We also cover the many elements of culture—from television, film, music, books, the arts and the internet — to the moments when people come together for shared experiences large and small. We uplift voices and perspectives that enrich and deepen our understanding of today’s cultural conversations. We provide original reporting, insight, context and signature curation initiatives that set NPR apart as a relevant journalism and cultural institution.

The Petra Mayer Memorial Fellowship was established in memory of beloved NPR Books Editor Petra Mayer, by her parents, to support fellowships with NPR’s Culture News Team.

The Petra Mayer Memorial Fellow will play a vital role in every aspect of our work, while also learning the core tenets of public service journalism, media ethics and multi-platform reporting and producing. Working alongside top professionals in the field, fellows are given real-world, hands-on responsibilities.

The fellow will focus their term on Books We Love and the Book of the Day podcast, signature NPR products founded by Mayer. They will also assist reporters with research on critical stories, both long-term projects and breaking news. They will also learn the basics of production by researching and pulling tape, securing rights and excellent audio quality, and by learning to mix pieces featuring varied soundscapes. We will also look to our fellows for assistance in digital production, basic headline writing, creative selection of art and social media promotion.

Applications close on Monday, August 31st at 11:59 pm ET.

Responsibilities

Production, diversity tracking and research for Books We Love, NPR's annual interactive reading guide

Researching and pulling tape for reporters as well as laying up audio stories and pieces

Producing digital pages for our stories and reviews

Conducting research for critical projects

The above duties and responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be assigned, and this job description can be modified at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

Basic research

Basic reporting and writing

Voracious appetite for books and pop culture

Preferred Skills

Basic radio production (ability to edit would be a bonus)

Intermediate level of social media proficiency

Strong time management

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in work experience

Work Location & Requirements

Hybrid Permitted: This is a hybrid permitted role. The employee will be required to be in the office at the Washington, D.C. location at few days a week. The employee must also reside in Washington, D.C. / Maryland / Virginia.

Application Requirements

Resume

Cover Letter - we encourage you to showcase your appetite for books and pop culture!

Job Type

This is a temporary (20-week) full time position.

Compensation

Hourly Rate: The U.S. based anticipated hourly rate for this opportunity is $30.05 per hour. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum hourly rate NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.

NPR Benefits: NPR offers access to comprehensive benefits for employees and dependents. Regular, full-time employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible to enroll in NPR’s benefits options. Benefits include access to health and wellness, paid time off, and financial well-being. Plan options include medical, dental, vision, life/ accidental death and dismemberment, long-term disability, short-term disability, and voluntary retirement savings to all eligible NPR employees.

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The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum salaries NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.

NPR Pay Range

$30.05—$30.05 USD