News Reporter and Newscaster

This is a Full Time Job

Position Summary:

In an age of misinformation, standards and ethics are what set journalism apart. Upholding these standards of excellence, our newscasters play a vital role in building and maintaining trust with our audience. We are seeking a curious, dynamic Newscaster/Reporter with a passion for the latest, breaking news and stories that help our community understand the world around them. The Newscaster/Reporter will be a team leader responsible for delivering news, traffic, weather, and promotional announcements on all channels. As a reporter, they will develop sources, research and produce interviews and stories. Every day their work will engage and serve Minnesota audiences across dayparts in a way that informs, includes, and inspires.

As a newscaster, they will run a broadcast board and be the “voice of MPR News,” across radio, podcasts, and video channels. This position works cooperatively and effectively with broadcast operations staff, producers, editors, and the entire newsroom staff. Strong multichannel reporting and writing skills are required to contribute to daily and enterprise journalism, including on-camera delivery.

This position sits in the collective bargaining agreement between MPR and Screen Actors Guild—American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (“SAG-AFTRA”).

Work Location: On-Site in St. Paul, MN

Application Process: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Application Deadline: Until filled.

Position Responsibilities:
• Air programs and operate broadcast equipment.
• Write and edit compelling, conversational copy for newscasts on audio and video.
• Write and produce daily podcasts.
• Appear on video version of newscasts.
• Prepare news content for use throughout the schedule on multiple channels.
• Prepare and deliver traffic reports, weather and other continuity.
• Handle breaking news and program changes with trusted professionalism.
• May work a variety of dayparts and days, including evenings and holidays.
• May record promos.
• Conduct two-ways and interviews.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required.
• Minimum of two years' experience in radio news announcing, anchoring and/or reporting.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
• Excellent news judgment and a keen knowledge of current events, along with the ability to relate those events to the audience.
• Natural, trusted, conversational on-air style.
• Ability to operate mixing consoles and other broadcast equipment.
• Ability to comfortably deal with a wide range of content and perform under tight deadlines and in rapidly changing, breaking news environments.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise and conversational news copy.
• Knowledge of digital editing and production.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Abide by the MPR News Ethics Guidelines.
• Learn and adhere to SOP for digital news reporting.

Preferred Skills and Experience:
• Major market on-air radio experience in a news setting.
• A familiarity with public radio programs and the NPR audience.
• Experience, willingness to learn video newscast production and delivery.

Reporting To This Position: N/A

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Physical Demands: Required to walk, sit, and stand; reach with hands and arms; balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch; Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping.
• Working Conditions: Moderate noise level.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.