Multimedia Reporter & Radio Host

WVIA • Pittston Township, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The multimedia reporter and radio host plays a vital role in WVIA Public Media's overall reporting and production of news content for radio, digital and TV. This position is WVIA Radio's local voice of newscasts and weather during the broadcasts of NPR's All Things Considered. Also, the reporter will identify and execute engaging content, including receiving assignments or evaluating news leads and tips to develop stories for digital, radio and TV.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Broadcasting, or related field
• 2 to 3 years experience as a reporter, producer, correspondent or another on-air or journalism-related role in a professional radio, television or digital environment
• Experience in AP style writing required
• Computer literacy needed, including computer systems for digital publishing
• Strong communication skills required
• Must have strong broadcast journalism writing skills
• Must have previous experience using digital audio and video editing software, such as Adobe Audition and Premiere
• Excellent interviewing skills
• Ability to work independently in a multimedia environment
• Fluency in English
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record

Nice To Haves

• Still photography a plus to illustrate stories
• Shooting and editing video a plus to illustrate stories
• One year live on-air hosting or newscasting preferred
• The ability to speak Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

• Write/produce/anchor radio newscasts, including operating radio console
• Consistently deliver a professional on-air presentation that adheres to standards of WVIA
• Conceive and execute engaging content promptly, including when accepting assignments or evaluating news leads to develop story ideas
• Gather and verify factual information for stories through interviews, observation and research
• Maintain editorial standards to ensure accuracy, thoroughness, diversity, fairness and balance are met through all of WVIA's platforms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level