Community Impact Reporter

Pennon Organization • Harrisburg, PA

6h

About The Position

WITF is seeking a Community Impact Reporter to cover the issues that matter most to Central Pennsylvanians. This role focuses on the production across broadcast, digital and live platforms of stories that will resonate throughout our 19-county region. From emerging topics like data centers to other pressing, high-profile issues like public policy at the state capitol, you’ll identify and report on the challenges and opportunities shaping communities throughout the region.
As part of our team-oriented newsroom, you will cover politics in one of the nation’s key battleground states, contributing to regional and statewide election coverage with the potential to have your stories included in NPR’s national reporting. This is a high-volume, fast-paced position that requires strong news judgment, curiosity, and the ability to deliver meaningful journalism.

Join WITF & Make a Difference
WITF is a trusted source of programming and services that sparks curiosity and serves communities across our 19 county region. We deliver high-impact journalism that elevates underreported stories and connects people through informed discussion.
If you’re interested in making a meaningful impact through local journalism at WITF, apply today and join our team!

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of professional reporting experience
• Strong storytelling skills with the ability to produce both daily and enterprise content
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with comfort engaging in public settings
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and partner organizations

Nice To Haves

• Experience covering public policy, politics, or community issues preferred

Responsibilities

• Identify and cover the most significant issues affecting communities across Central Pennsylvania
• Produce in-depth, original reporting on topics such as data centers, economic development, statewide politics and public policy in Pennsylvania’s statehouse, and other timely issues
• Contribute to comprehensive political coverage in Pennsylvania, including statewide and national elections
• Collaborate closely with newsroom leaders, editors, and partner media organizations to amplify coverage and reach
• Serve as a guest on WITF, NPR, and affiliate public affairs programming, as requested
• Engage with Central Pennsylvania! This is a public-facing role. The Community Impact Reporter will actively participate in community forums, debates, and events hosted by the organization, helping to foster meaningful dialogue, strengthen connections with diverse audiences, and inform our community on the importance of local journalism and public media.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees