American Public Media Group is hiring : Reporter I or II in Moorhead

Overview

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 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. Our team covers a wide range of topics including — but not limited to — agriculture, rural health care, climate change impacts, the state’s energy transition, tourism, education, and politics. Regional reporters engage with local and statewide audiences as they deliver impactful journalism across platforms. 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.

Compensation

Base pay range : $30.84 / hr - $42.84 / hr. Expected Compensation Range : Reporter I : $30.84 – $37.00; Reporter II : $35.70 - $42.84. Exact rate determined by experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity.

Work Location : Moorhead, MN

Application Deadline : Until filled.

Position Details

• 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.
• 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.
• Position Responsibilities :

Research, report, and write substantive news stories within deadlines for multiple platforms, including audio / video, online, social media and newsletters.

BA degree or equivalent work experience.

Experience in maintaining high journalistic standards under deadline pressure, including standards of objectivity, balance, and fairness.

On-air radio experience in a news setting.

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

Required to move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods of time.

Moderate noise level

Benefits

APMG offers a comprehensive benefits package including 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, and more.

EEO and Equal Opportunity

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. We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Other

Seniority level : Entry level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industries : Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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