Reporter I or Reporter II, MPR News

American Public Media • Moorhead, MN

296d • $30 - $38 • Remote

About The Position

As a multimedia Reporter I or II for MPR News, you will report, write, and produce daily news and enterprise stories for all Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) News platforms, audio, digital, and video. We are hiring for two positions: 1. Agriculture focus based in Moorhead, MN that will bring unique, in-depth coverage of the people and perspectives from northwest Minnesota's rich farmland industry and culture. 2. Healthcare-focus based in the heart of Med City/Rochester, MN reporting on the patient experience, as well as the healthcare crisis and solutions in rural communities. We are seeking a curious, dynamic reporter with a passion for telling engaging stories in any medium and an ability to break news. You will be joining a collaborative team of talented journalists who cover Minnesota from our regional bureaus located across the state. While our regional reporters cover a wide range of topics including - but not limited to - climate change impacts, the state's energy transition, tourism, education, and politics, these two positions will serve their respective communities with general assignment and beat expertise specifically: agriculture reporting in Moorhead and healthcare reporting in Rochester. These important focus areas will deliver impactful journalism across platforms and build trusted engagement with local and statewide audiences as well. While your day-to-day work will frequently be solo and often on the road, reporters are in daily contact with their editor. You'll need to be comfortable filing remotely and working on your own. Reporter I or Reporter II, depending upon the candidate's experience. This is a position within the SAG-AFTRA bargaining unit at MPR News and will be either Reporter I or Reporter II, depending upon the candidate's experience.

Requirements

• BA degree or equivalent work experience.
• Reporter I Level: 2-3 years reporting or similar experience.
• Reporter II Level: 3-5 years reporting or similar experience.
• Experience in maintaining high journalistic standards under deadline pressure, including standards of objectivity, balance, and fairness.
• Ability to develop complex story ideas that provide analysis and add context.
• Keen knowledge of current events, along with the ability to relate those events to the audience.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise, and conversational news copy using AP Style.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments, if needed, of both short-and long-term duration.
• Knowledge of broadcast and digital journalism newsgathering and delivery practices.
• Ability to seek out and incorporate findings using audience engagement tools/methods.
• Effective collaboration with editors, producers, and other reporters.
• Willingness to contribute to and participate in fostering a culture of equity and inclusion in support of organizational goals.

Nice To Haves

• On-air radio experience in a news setting.
• Audio editing.
• Video journalism experience.
• Data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Research, report, and write substantive news stories within deadlines for multiple platforms, including audio/video, online, social media and newsletters.
• Shoot and edit video and photographs as needed.
• Edit audio, record narration, and mix stories.
• Provide live and taped reports with show hosts.
• Develop expert knowledge and sources in your region that reflect the communities we serve.

Benefits

• Medical plans with HSA and FSA options
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Caregiver Leave after 1 year
• Vacation (3 wks./per year, pro-rated, based on hours worked)
• Sick time (12 days, pro-rated, based on hours worked)
• Holiday Pay (10 holidays + 2 floating holidays each year)
• Volunteer Time (8 hours per year)
• Long-Term Care and Critical Illness insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree