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Reporter
Location:
Bethlehem, PA
Description:
ABOUT THE JOB Lehigh Valley Public Media is looking for reporters to cover a variety of beats who are eager to immerse themselves in a community and find stories that matter to people. We want reporters who can file stories daily, stay ahead of the competition and produce features and projects that reflect their beat command. These are local news beats and are not remote positions. Reporters will regularly contribute to our public radio station with opportunities in TV, as well. ABOUT US We are growing and restructuring. Upping our digital game and growing our digital audience top the list of priorities. We're in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania - a news-rich community whose traditional media have been battered and shrunken by layoffs and corporate ownership. Our mission: Reinvigorate our community with journalism that informs and enlightens - and beat back the shadows of a looming news desert. WHAT YOU'LL DO Research, conduct interviews, write and edit news stories and scripts for broadcast, streaming and digital platforms. Respond to breaking news or developing stories on your beat. Use social media accounts -- Instagram, Twitter. Facebook -- as an extension of your work. Work with editors to develop and implement a consistent, reliable multi-platform content plan. Work to develop the beat with editors, and pitch and produce stories with impact. THE IDEAL CANDIDATES ARE: Versatile and steady under pressure. Able to bloom in a startup environment and will not get frustrated or overwhelmed by the pace of growth. Able to shift platforms and have experience in multimedia, capturing high-quality audio, video and still images that complement their work. Spanish-speakers are a plus. So are team players eager to jump into breaking news or projects. THE IDEAL CANDIDATES HAVE: A desire to cultivate a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that supports the organization's values and strategic plan. Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytic and organizational skills. High journalistic standards and news judgment. A welcoming can-do attitude toward working in a creative, demanding, competitive environment. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree preferably in Journalism, English, or Communications and/or equivalent work experience. 3+ years of journalism in a professional environment. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US Pay within a range of $50,000 to $60,000 annually to start with annual merit increase eligibility An excellent benefits package that includes 401(k) with match, medical, dental and vision insurances, free telemedicine, innovative paid time off, disability and life insurance, and more... Professional growth through individual direction, training and development activities Connection with our industry through conferences and professional associations A culture that is supportive, respectful, inclusive, professional, and evolving A commitment to cultivating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workplace that helps us represent the voices of our community We'll welcome you to an inclusive newsroom that is dedicated to our community and making it better tomorrow than it is today Lehigh Valley Public Media highly encourages candidates with unique contributions such as ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity, nation of origin, age, language, veteran status, color, religion, disability, and sexual orientation to apply to our openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome everyone to our team. This position is based in Bethlehem, Pa., and residency in or near the Lehigh Valley is a requirement within the first 3 months of hire date. LVPM REPORTER BEATS Allentown Area Arts & Culture Bethlehem Area Business & Finance Consumer Affairs Criminal Justice Environment & Science General Assignment/Breaking News Nazareth/Northampton Area
Company:
Lehighvalleynews.com
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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