WBHM seeks an environmental reporter
February 25, 2026

Come be WBHM’s new environmental reporter and bring stories to our audience from one of the most biodiverse states in the country. You’ll cover an array of topics from climate change to sustainability to pollution to the natural world. The ideal candidate can break down public policy and scientific concepts while finding compelling sources who engage listeners and readers. The job requires a keen eye for stories, attention to detail, versatility and excellent news judgment.

Your work will air on WBHM, publish online at wbhm.org and post on the station’s social media platforms. We’re also interested to hear your ideas. What can you bring to the table to push WBHM’s journalism forward?

WBHM is part of the Gulf States Newsroom, a regional collaboration among stations in Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana and NPR, which will allow your stories to be shared across the region. Our reporters are also regularly on NPR News and other national programs and podcasts.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· Pitch, report and produce feature, spot and digital stories for WBHM

· Participate in interviews with WBHM hosts

· Stay up-to-date on issues affecting Birmingham and Alabama

· Work collaboratively with others in the WBHM newsroom and editorial partners

· Participate in station fundraising

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Media, Communications or a related field and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. Minimum hiring rate must meet the most current FLSA guidelines for salary level and basis to remain exempt.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· A proven track record of reporting in a journalistic setting

· Excellent communication and organizational skills and demonstrated writing ability

· Familiarity with audio storytelling, the public media system and community engagement

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Deep knowledge of Birmingham, Alabama and the South

· Multilingual candidates encouraged to apply

Does this sound like you? If so, we want to hear from you. All applications must include a resume and cover letter to be considered. Include two links to stories you reported.

Annual Salary Range: $50,050 – $81,330

This is a 3-year, grant-funded position. Future funding is not guaranteed, although we are committed to finding sustainable sources of support for the position.

This is a full-time position based at WBHM in Birmingham, AL. The reporter is a University of Alabama at Birmingham employee enjoying all full-time staff benefits.

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WBHM seeks a multimedia news producer
February 27, 2026

Come be WBHM’s next multimedia news producer to help elevate stories on our website and social media channels. You’ll work with reporters to create compelling digital content. You’ll also be the newsroom’s primary voice on social media. There will be opportunities to report online and on air, particularly in breaking news situations. We’re also interested to hear your ideas. What can you bring to the table to push WBHM’s journalism forward and reach new audiences?

WBHM is part of the Gulf States Newsroom, a regional collaboration among stations in Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana and NPR. Our reporters are also regularly on NPR News and other national programs and podcasts.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· Creates and manages WBHM’s news content on social media

· Works with reporters to develop compelling digital content

· Edits web stories to ensure they are accurate, clear and follow editorial guidelines

· Reports news stories, particularly in breaking news situations

· Tracks performance of WBHM’s online content

· Participate in station fundraising

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Media, Communications or a related field and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. Minimum hiring rate must meet the most current FLSA guidelines for salary level and basis to remain exempt.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Excellent communication and organizational skills and demonstrated writing ability

· Familiarity with common social media platforms, tools and best practices for

engagement

· Familiarity with NPR’s Grove CMS

· Knowledge of AP style

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Deep knowledge of Birmingham, Alabama and the South

· Multilingual candidates encouraged to apply

Does this sound like you? If so, we want to hear from you. All applications must include a resume and cover letter to be considered. Include two links to online content you produced or had a hand in producing.

Annual Salary Range: $45,395 to $63,000

This is a full-time position based at WBHM in Birmingham, AL. The producer is a University of Alabama at Birmingham employee enjoying all full-time staff benefits.

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WBHM seeks a community and corporate sponsorship officer
March 10, 2026

WBHM, Birmingham’s public radio station, is looking for a driven Community and Corporate Sponsorship Officer who thrives on cultivating and building relationships. In this revenue-generating role, you’ll connect mission-minded businesses and foundations with WBHM’s trusted journalism, helping partners elevate their brands while supporting public radio that matters. You’ll prospect new leads, create smart, value-aligned sponsorship solutions, manage a strong CRM-based pipeline, and champion the WBHM brand across the community. If you’re a motivated person with a passion for public media, experience in sales, and a talent for turning conversations into partnerships, we want to meet you.

Is responsible for raising significant funds through developing relationships with corporations, local businesses, and non-profit organizations for WBHM operations, programming, initiatives, and events.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Grows sponsorship at WBHM through the process of prospecting, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major corporate donors, local businesses, and non-profit organizations to become new sponsors for WBHM. This work is achieved through a combination of cold calling, e-mail, virtual engagement, as well as significant in-person engagement. Propose, draft, and create proposals for corporations, local businesses, and non-profit organizations based on their individual needs, budget, and target audience.

• Manages a significant portfolio and pipeline of corporate and foundation prospects in the renewal process for retention and continued support of WBHM. Works to maintain sustained renewal of prior support while seeking strategic opportunities with clients to increase growth in support year-over-year through new packages and opportunities. Works with clients to establish long-term partnerships and strengthen existing relationships with corporate, local, and nonprofit sectors.

• Works in conjunction with department supervisor to maintain a mix of philanthropic event and program sponsorships, as well as broadcast and digital sponsorships. This includes any necessary collaboration across departments to develop funding opportunities for corporate donors, local businesses, and non-profit organizations via program sponsorship, special events, and community partnerships. Produces templates as needed for business support. Analyze audience data as pertains to sponsorship, as well as developing campaigns with Corporate Support Director to reach our target audiences and businesses.

• Maintains consistent communications with department supervisor on all business matters, including, but not limited to: review of payment and billing status for clients, monthly review of accounts as necessary, errors, corrections, etc. Expected to attend sponsorship and other necessary meetings as determined by supervisor. Responsible for entry of all contracts into traffic software in a timely and efficient manner and securing signed contracts for audit purposes.

• Assists from a sponsorship perspective for station marketing and development to expand brand exposure and audience engagement. May assist in development of marketing content, on-air promotional sponsorship scripts, and other assets as necessary with supervisor approval.

• Assists and participates in WBHM community and audience engagement events.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: $45,395 – $65,000

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in English, Media, Communications, Sales, Marketing or a related field and two (2) years related work experience. Alabama Drivers License OR state ID required within 30 days of hire.

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UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.