Cincinnati Public Radio Hiring for Web Developer and Manager of Digital Platforms at Cincinnati, OH Full Time

Web Developer and Manager of Digital Platforms

Reports to: Vice President of Content

Position Summary

Cincinnati Public Radio is looking for an outstanding Full Stack Developer and Head of Digital Platforms who will build and create memorable experiences for visitors to our websites, design engaging newsletters and establish a vision and strategies for in-house software platforms.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop front-end website architecture.
• Design user interactions on web pages.
• Develop backend website applications.
• Manage and create servers and databases for functionality.
• Ensure cross-platform optimization for mobile phones.
• Ensure responsiveness of applications.
• Maintain and update content on websites
• Maintain internal content management systems for cinradio.org, wguc.org, classicsforkids.com and democracyandme.org.
• Manage, maintain and serve as trainer and resource for all Cincinnati Public Radio websites and content on the NPR Grove platform.

• Liaison with NPR Digital Services for help & support as needed.
• Ensure all internal digital advertising is appropriately placed on websites and provide regular reporting to the departments on the results.
• Maintain Cincinnati Public Radio KPI website including updating analytics data for websites, podcasts, emails, and all live streaming. Present analysis to departments highlighting items of strength and concern.
• Manage podcast uploading and distribution; curate WVXU’s Start Hear Collection listings.

• Update audio files and podcast data for 90 Second Naturalist and Classics For Kids®–upload to PRX.

• Design and create email newsletters including WGUC, WVXU, Classics for Kids®, Democracy & Me®, For Sustainers Only, and Major Donor (Behind the Mic) using content created by the Marketing Manager in consultation with other departments.

• Ensure MailChimp and Luminate email subscribe and unsubscribe lists are up-to-date.
• Update online programming schedules and descriptions for all local and national programs, including season and performance data for broadcasts of Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Pops, Cincinnati Opera, Cincinnati May Festival and Metropolitan Opera.

• Liaison with Streamguys, Public Media Apps and SoundExchange and help to troubleshoot issues.
• Upload streaming and broadcast data to SoundExchange.
• Maintain all website fund drive premium pages and information.
• Create, manage and maintain events, surveys and store items Luminate.
• Provide an online portal and technical support for all Cincinnati Wine Festival volunteer recruitment and registration as needed.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Proficiency with fundamental frontend languages such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with JavaScript frameworks such as Angular JS, React and Amber.
• Proficiency with server-side languages such as Python, Ruby, Java, PHP and .Net.
• Familiarity with database technology such as MySQL, Oracle, and MongoDB. Self-starter
• Graphic design
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize web pages for security and responsiveness
• Integrate audio, video and graphics into the site
• Quality-test and troubleshoot the website and/or its applications in various browsers
• Conduct regularly scheduled website audits

CPR is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 – $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
We encourage all employees to obtain a COVID vaccination and booster.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Journalism: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location