General Assignment Reporter - WKAR Public Media
WKAR Public Media – General Assignment Reporter WKAR Public Media – Michigan State University WKAR enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives.
Job Summary: WKAR, the PBS affiliate within the College of Communication Arts and Sciences and a national broadcast leader, is seeking a dynamic and versatile General Assignment Reporter to join our team. The ideal candidate will cover a wide range of topics including but not limited to breaking news, community events, the 3Es: environment, economy and education, and human interest stories; conduct interviews in the field and over the phone, ensuring a balance of perspectives and voices; write clear, concise scripts for on-air broadcasts, adhering to tight deadlines; work closely with the news editor to ensure stories are accurate, timely, and in line with NPR standards; attend community events, press conferences, and other news-related functions; and report live from the field when necessary, delivering news updates and providing context for ongoing events; and fill in as local host on All Things Considered and Morning Edition as needed.
The ideal candidate would have a knack for working across platforms to find and produce compelling long form stories, the energy to tackle quick turn spot news and the curiosity to connect with our diverse audience and the ability to explain complex topics in a way that engages and informs our audience.
In addition to a competitive salary, this position will enjoy the spectacular benefits that Michigan State University has to offer:
• Retirement program with 10% employer matching
• Health, prescription drug, dental, and life insurance coverage at no additional cost
• Flexible paid time off East Lansing, Michigan continuously ranks as a ‘best place to live’ for its affordable living, small town charm, vibrant arts, and local activities – not to mention it is only a short drive to Michigan’s captivating Great Lakes and beautiful scenic views.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 1-3 years journalism experience.
How to apply: To apply, please refer to Posting #1002291 and complete an electronic submission at the Michigan State University Employment Opportunities website https://careers.msu.edu. Applications close at 11:55 pm on November 26, 2024.
Application Deadline 11/26/2024
Application email/URL https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/job/521134/general-assignment-reporter-producerhost-radio-ii
Equal Opportunity Employer