WRVO News Reporter/Producer - SUNY Oswego

SUNY Oswego • Oswego, NY

81d • $48,000 - $50,000

About The Position

The WRVO News Reporter/Producer is responsible for producing daily news content for broadcast and digital platforms, working closely with the Director of News and Public Affairs to assure timely delivery of content covering issues of regional significance. Considered a 'General Assignment' reporter, the News Reporter/Producer may be assigned to cover stories in a specific region and/or on a specific topic ('beat'). It is expected that the WRVO News Reporter/Producer will be flexible, working non-traditional hours when required, and meet deadlines as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field at the time of appointment
• At least one year of professional news reporting experience or equivalent
• Experience with writing for broadcast and digital platforms
• Demonstrated experience using audio editing software
• Demonstrated ability to gather audio in the field
• A strong commitment to public radio news values and journalistic ethics
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, as necessary
• A commitment to diversity and inclusion in professional work, professional development, and service

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree or greater in journalism or related field
• Public media experience
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

Responsibilities

• Gather and produce news content for broadcast on local portions of Morning Edition, All Things Considered and other programs, as necessary; includes readers, cuts & copy, spots, and feature-length segments
• Produce and edit news content for digital platforms, including wrvo.org and social media
• Produce daily newscasts in the event of the Director of News and Public Affairs' absence, or as required
• Assist the Director of News and Public Affairs by monitoring regional affairs and suggesting potential story ideas for WRVO News coverage
• Share audio and digital content with other public media organizations as appropriate
• Participate in WRVO on-air fundraising
• Produce on-air and online promotional materials as necessary
• Produce daily voice tracking for automated delivery as necessary
• Serve as emergency on-air host and/or board operator as necessary
• Attend and participate in WRVO station events as assigned
• Serve as a representative of WRVO at station events, meetings, conferences and other activities as assigned

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree