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WKAR Public Media - Political and Civics Reporter

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WKAR Public Media - Political and Civics Reporter
WKAR Public Media - Michigan State University

WKAR enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives.

Job Summary
WKAR, the PBS affiliate within the College of Communication Arts and Sciences and a national broadcast leader, is seeking a dynamic and versatile Politics and Civics Reporter to join our team. The ideal candidate will cover local, and occasionally state, politics, elections, government policy, and civic issues, producing insightful and in-depth reports for radio, web, and multimedia platforms. You should have a passion for storytelling, a keen interest in the political landscape, and the capability to explain complex topics in a way that engages and informs our audience. this function will require strong multimedia expertise, including audio and digital content production.

The Politics and Civics Reporter will write and produce high-quality journalism across various formats, including radio, online, and social media; Respond to and report on breaking political and other news in real time for both radio and digital platforms; Utilize data, public records, and interviews to provide reports and analysis, focusing on governmental issues; Participate in team meetings, editorial planning, and cross-department collaborations.

This position will fill in as local host on All Things Considered and Morning Edition and as story editor as needed as well as support WKAR's responsive, engaged connection with community and audience by attending events and engaging community partners.

In addition to a competitive income, this position will enjoy the spectacular benefits that Michigan State University has to offer:
   » Retirement program with 10% employer matching
   » Health, prescription drug, dental, and life insurance coverage at no additional cost
   » Flexible paid time off

East Lansing, Michigan continuously ranks as a ?best place to live' for its affordable living, small town charm, vibrant arts, and local activities - not to mention Information technology is only a short drive to Michigan's captivating Great Lakes and beautiful scenic views.

EDUCATION/practice
   » expertise equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year degree program in film and television production, multimedia broadcasting, communications, media production, or a related field.
   » Three to five years of practice in producing video content.

Organization: 
WKAR Public Media

Job Job location: 
East Lansing, MI United States

Job Job Category: 
Reporting

Deadline: 
Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Employment Type: 
Full time

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To apply, please refer to Posting #990803 and complete an electronic submission at the Michigan State University Employment Opportunities website https://careers.msu.edu. Applications close at 11:55 pm on October 1, 2024.

Website: 
https://www.wkar.org/

Job Field: 
Radio

 

 

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Job Location: East Lansing, Michigan
Address: East Lansing
Company Type Employer
Post Date: 09/18/2024 / Viewed 4 times
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Company: WKAR Public Media


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