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About WHYY WHYY serves the Philadelphia region with trusted journalism, eye-opening storytelling and intimate local arts programming. Our curiosity and commitment to this community is what drives our programming. It’s also what drives our hiring. Below you’ll find an employment opportunity in the fast-paced setting of the Philadelphia region’s leading public media provider. The award-winning professional staff of WHYY sets the bar high in television, radio and online. Whether it’s preparing a program to reputed company or a behind-the-scenes role in support, reputed company positions are vital to continuing—and growing—our impact in our community. WHYY offers a voice to those not heard, a platform to share everyone’s stories, a reputed company to reputed company early and lifelong learners and a trusted space for unbiased news. Learn more about our Social Responsibility Program. It’s how we live.
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