Want to put your skills to use making a difference in your community and work in a stimulating, creative environment? Alabama Public Television is seeking a full-time Radio Fine Arts Specialist for our public radio station, WLRH 89.3 FM/HD in Huntsville, AL. The Radio Fine Arts Specialist will work collaboratively with the Director of Radio and program managers to create on-air and digital content that supports WLRH’s service mission to inform, inspire and connect the Tennessee Valley.
The ideal candidate needs an intimate knowledge of WLRH programming, and a general knowledge of listeners in WLRH’s service area of Madison, Morgan, Limestone and Marshall counties or a willingness to learn.
What You’ll Do
• Create, produce, and host compelling content for on-air broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms, including features, interviews, and long-form storytelling.
• Identify, develop, and maintain relationships with local artists, musicians, organizations, and business, government and cultural leaders, and influencers across North Alabama.
• Produce regular arts, entertainment, news or community interest segments for WLRH’s local shows, including morning and afternoon programming.
• Present programming aligned with WLRH’s format, including music and spoken-word formats.
• Write and deliver engaging on-air breaks that provide context, storytelling, and audience connection.
• Capture and edit audio in the field, including live events, performances, and community storytelling opportunities.
• Collaborate with the programming team to integrate arts coverage into broader station content, including news, community features, and special programming.
• Contribute to the station’s digital presence by creating web articles, social media content, and multimedia storytelling that extends on-air content.
• Assist in executing live broadcasts, station events, and community partnerships.
• Help develop new recurring features, series, and podcasts that elevate local voices and expand WLRH’s reach.
• Engage with listeners through on-air interaction, social media, and community events to build audience connection and loyalty.
• Maintain a consistent production schedule and meet deadlines for both broadcast and digital content.
• Support fundraising efforts, including on-air fund drives and arts-related sponsorship content, in alignment with public media guidelines.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in journalism, communications, public relations, radio/tv/film, digital media, music (performance, history, or theory), art history, fine arts, English/creative writing, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in the production or presentation of arts and culture-focused content in radio, podcasting, audio storytelling, digital media, or other related content-creation platforms.
NOTE: Qualifying experience beyond the minimum will be allowed to substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Some night and weekend work may be required.
Preferred Requirements
• Strong organizational skills with clear, effective written and verbal communication
• Proficient computer skills with the ability to quickly learn new systems and tools
• Experience managing and creating content for social media platforms
• Working knowledge of OpX, Adobe Audition, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Canva
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
Benefits
• Health | Dental | Vision | Cancer | FSA insurance options for employees and eligible dependents
• Pension plan
• Paid annual and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Thirteen paid holidays
• PSLF Qualifying Employer
Salary
$35,625.60 – $69,012.00 (commensurate with experience)
How To Apply
This is a State of Alabama Merit System position. To be considered for this position, you must be on the employment register for the Radio Fine Arts Specialist classification – Class Code: 30677.
Use the following link to apply directly online: https://personnel.alabama.gov/Jobs?filter=30677
You may also download a blank application at personnel.alabama.gov. Submit your completed application by mail, fax, or email:
The State of Alabama Personnel Department
64 North Union Street, Suite 300
Montgomery, AL 36130
Phone: (334) 242-3389
Fax: (334) 242-1110
Email: apply@personnel.alabama.gov
Alabama Public Television is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
