Producer/Reporter

Reports To

News Director

Job Overview

Producer/reporters are responsible for delivering updates and analysis on current happenings

with the main goal of keeping the public informed. Responsible for the end-to-end development

and production of news stories while ensuring journalistic standards are met.
The morning producer/reporter role has a specific focus on creating engaging content for a daily

digital newsletter. This role requires a blend of investigative journalism, strong writing, digital

production skills, and an understanding of audience metrics to inform content decisions.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct thorough research to gather accurate and reliable information for news stories.

• Write and edit news articles, ensuring they are engaging, informative, and adhere to

• Conduct interviews with sources to gather first-hand information and quotes, sound bites

• Deliver scripted, spontaneous, live and prerecorded reports on newsworthy events.

• Publish and broadcast news stories.

• Attend press conferences, events, and other relevant activities to report on current news

• Practice diversity, equity and inclusion in your reporting.

• Collaborate with other team members to develop story ideas and angles.

• Fact-check information and verify sources to ensure accuracy in reporting.

• Stay updated on current events, trends, and developments in the field of journalism.

• Manage social media accounts to promote news stories and engage with the audience.

• Participate actively in on-air fundraising as needed.

• If participating in, hosting, or endorsing outside public events assure that all appearances

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a news reporter or journalist.

• Strong writing and editing skills with excellent grammar and attention to detail.

• Proficiency in conducting research and gathering information from various sources.

• Available to work on a flexible schedule.

• Strong knowledge of journalistic ethics and standards.

• Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality of work.

• Familiarity with website editing social media platforms and their use in news reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications or relevant field; or equivalent

Salary range: $19 – $26 per hour