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This reporter can meet tight deadlines and tackle a variety of stories that span a breadth of subject areas - from breaking news and quick-hit dailies to nuanced profiles of newsmakers and deep dives that illuminate issues and current events. 90.5 WESA is Pittsburgh's NPR News Station and WESA News is an award-winning, dynamic and ambitious newsroom serving southwestern Pennsylvania over-the-air, online and through our daily newsletter, Inbox Edition.

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The Opportunity90.5 WESA, Pittsburgh's NPR news station, is seeking an Enterprise/General Assignment Reporter to join a broadcast and digital newsroom that consistently punches above its weight and prides itself on being first.The successful candidate will cover fast-breaking news in the Pittsburgh region, while assessing significant issues and emergent trends impacting the region. Responsibilities will balance the production of daily spot news reports for WESA radio newscasts with the development of in-depth features and explainers that help southwestern Pennsylvanians better understand the place they call home. This full-time exempt position reports to the News Director.This reporter can meet tight deadlines and tackle a variety of stories that span a breadth of subject areas - from breaking news and quick-hit dailies to nuanced profiles of newsmakers and deep dives that illuminate issues and current events.What you'll need:<ul><li style="line-height:115%;background:white">A record of journalistic excellence, a commitment to excellence in audio and digital storytelling, and zeal for delving into complex issues and generating investigative and analytical enterprise reporting on key trends and impacts.</li><li style="line-height:115%;background:white">Ability to produce clear, compelling storytelling that doesn't just document events but helps readers and listeners understand their significance. </li><li style="line-height:115%;background:white">Curiosity about multiple coverage areas, from higher education and environmental issues to politics and government - and why those stories matter to people in Western Pennsylvania.</li><li style="line-height:115%;background:white">Proficiency at finding fresh angles and narratives, centering people, and gathering voices that resonate with listeners and readers - whether you're developing a quick turnaround or an in-depth report.</li></ul>Public radio or audio production experience is preferred but not essential. Also helpful but not mandatory: familiarity and experience with data analysis tools, public and research databases, court and public records, and FOIA/Right-to-Know requests.Essential Functions:<ul><li style="line-height:115%">Research, report, write, and produce multimedia spots, feature and enterprise stories for WESA's broadcast and digital platforms.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Meet all regular and recurring deadlines.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Consistently generate and pitch creative, thoughtful and original story ideas in multiple media.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Execute assignments from newsroom editors.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Mix and edit audio reports both in the studio and in the field.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Take still photos and videos in the field.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Use social media to break news, engage audiences and expand your source base.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Create trustworthy relationships with contacts and sources.</li><li style="line-height:115%">As needed or directed, lead or collaborate with newsroom teams to produce in-depth packages that require strategic planning and direction to ensure completion of top-quality work.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Be willing and available to work during off-hours and weekends, as needed.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Make public appearances as opportunities arise to enhance WESA's brand.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Participate in on-air and online fundraising as needed.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:<ul><li style="line-height:115%">Strong on-air and digital reporting, writing and technical skills.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Impeccable track record of accuracy and fairness in reporting and storytelling.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Ability to gather quality field audio, to edit and mix ably for use on air or digital platforms.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Self-motivated team player with a track record of producing daily news stories and features of interest to local audiences.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Sound and ethical judgment, with a commitment to balance and fairness.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Knowledge of Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania is helpful.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Demonstrated ability to shoot and edit video and photos.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Creativity and sound judgment in social media usage.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Excellent communication skills.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li style="line-height:115%">Bachelor's degree in journalism-related field or equivalent experience/training.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Three or more years of reporting in a professional broadcast newsroom environment with multimedia news content training and experience.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Ability and willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends, with some long days required at times.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Honesty and integrity in all dealings.</li><li style="line-height:115%">Enthusiasm for the mission of PCBC and its stations.</li></ul> About Pittsburgh Community BroadcastingPittsburgh Community Broadcasting is a team full of passionate and fun people dedicated to our crafts as well as our communities. We operate two local public radio stations and a local newsroom that serves the community across radio, digital and event platforms. 90.5 WESA is Pittsburgh's NPR News Station and WESA News is an award-winning, dynamic and ambitious newsroom serving southwestern Pennsylvania over-the-air, online and through our daily newsletter, Inbox Edition. 91.3 WYEP is one of the most highly regarded non-commercial Triple-A music stations in the country and has been a cultural institution in Pittsburgh for almost 50 years. Our organization plays a vital role in building connections across southwestern Pennsylvania and strengthening our communities through exceptional journalism and cultural exploration and education . . . and we have a powerful broadcast network to help!What's it like working at PCBC?At Pittsburgh Community Broadcasting we work hard, do great things, and have fun doing them. Our culture is collegial, and manager's doors (if they even have one!) are always open. We recognize that people do their best when they can keep a good balance between their work and personal lives and embrace flexibility as an asset.Our compensation packages are generous. We provide competitive salaries in an affordable city. The minimum compensation for this position is $51,000, commensurate with experience and ability. Our full-time exempt employees also get access to an extensive benefits package, including a 403(b) retirement plan with company match, medical, dental and vision, three weeks of vacation, sick time, 10 company holidays and 12 weeks of paid new parent leave. We invest in the professional growth of our team, encouraging continuing education and participation in conferences and seminars.We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.Want to know more?We believe a strong organization includes employees from a broad range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences, and passions. And if you don't meet every position qualification, but you have a story to tell, we'd still like to hear it. Please apply and tell us more about yourself. Visit our <a href="https://pittsburghcommunitybroadcasting.org/jobs" rel="nofollow">careers page</a> to get more details and to apply.

Pittsburgh Community Broadcasting Group

General Assignment/Enterprise Reporter

Analysis Skills

Audio Editing

Broadcast Journalism

Broadcasting

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Environmental Issues

Fundraising

Government

Higher Education

Investigative Reports

Journalism

Multimedia

Multitasking

Music

News Reporting

Newsletter

Newsroom

Politics

Problem Solving Skills

Reporting Skills

Social Media

Storytelling

Strategic Planning

Team Player

Technical Writing

Time Management

Trend Analysis

Video Editing

Talent Acquisition

As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter — delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month. Responsibilities include but are not limited to street reporting, newscast anchoring, delivering on-air traffic reports, conducting interviews, covering news stories, operating audio equipment, writing news scripts.

Overview:
Job Title: Part-Time Reporter, KDKA Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part-Time Location(s): Pittsburgh, PA Work Arrangement: Onsite Overview:An experienced reporter needed for Pittsburgh's radio news leader.  Candidates must possess a strong writing style, captivating delivery, and ability to work with an award winning news team.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to street reporting, newscast anchoring, delivering on-air traffic reports, conducting interviews, covering news stories, operating audio equipment, writing news scripts.  Candidates must possess a strong social media acumen.  Hours include weekdays and occasional weekends. A college education is preferred. This is an evergreen posting, We are always looking for Reporters. We are continuously building a roster of talented individuals who are interested in becoming a part of our organization when opportunities arise. By submitting your application, you will become part of our talent pool. We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to reviewing your application.

Responsibilities:
What You'll Do:<ul><li>Produce and record news segments. </li><li>Gather, write, record, edit and deliver news content inclusive of providing live coverage when breaking news occurs. </li><li>Interview news makers.</li><li>Write scripts and ad-libbing material for stories.</li><li>Update and utilize station social media platforms.</li><li>Develop and research potential news stories. </li><li>Anchor multi-hour news shifts on a news-talk station. </li><li>Deliver traffic reports for multiple stations.</li><li>Protecting the station’s FCC license.</li><li>Make station appearances as required.</li><li>Other duties as required by management.</li></ul>

Qualifications:
More About You: Required & Preferred:<ul><li>Minimum of 2+ years anchoring or reporting news for broadcast media.</li><li>Must be computer literate and have excellent writing skills.</li><li>The Position requires proficiency in editing and packaging news sound and interviews.</li><li>Position requires contemporary sound and excellent on-air delivery.</li><li>Knowledge of the broadcast area and station demographics is essential;</li><li>4 year degree in journalism is preferred.</li><li>Employees of Audacy are required to be a minimum of 21 years of age to operate any vehicle, including Company-owned, leased, rented, or personal vehicles, when such operation is conducted on behalf of Audacy. Driving is an essential function of this role.</li><li>A valid driver’s license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of the applicant's own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required.</li></ul>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, hear, stand, sit, walk, use hands, reach with hands/ arms and manipulate a computer keyboard and ten-key machine. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Job requires a majority of the work day to be spent sitting and typing at computers. NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Important Notes::
Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will only come from email addresses ending in @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.

About Us:
Audacy is a leading audio content and entertainment company. As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter — delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month. We create compelling content, foster deeply engaged audiences and deliver outcomes that matter for advertisers. Learn more at <a href="http://www.audacyinc.com" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">www.audacyinc.com</a> and join the conversation on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/audacy-inc" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/AudacyCorp" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">X</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/audacycorp" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifeataudacy/" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.

EEO:
Audacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

Audacy, Inc.

Reporter

10-key (Tenkey) Numeric Keypad

Computer Skills

Content Delivery/Distribution

Content Development

Demographics

Driver's License

Entertainment and Media

FCC (Federal Communications Commission)

Facebook

Insurance

Keyboards

LinkedIn

Local News

Physical Demands

Podcasting

Radio News

Rentals

Scripting (Scripting Languages)

Sports

Typing

Writing Skills

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A seasoned journalist with teaching abilities, who has the vision to oversee the entire editorial operation, who can direct resources as needed to deliver incremental, daily accountability stories, and who can develop resources to build out the newsroom. Administer the Pittsburgh Media Partnership's 10-week summer internship program by assigning 10 interns to outlets across the partnership and organizing weekly training sessions throughout the program.

POSITION: Teaching Editor - Pittsburgh Media Partnership Newsroom (Part-time)DEPARTMENT: Center for Media InnovationREPORTS TO: Assistant Director, Center for Media InnovationWORK SCHEDULE: Fully on-site; some opportunity for occasional remote work.PRIMARY FUNCTION: Summarize the job duties and purpose. A seasoned journalist with teaching abilities, who has the vision to oversee the entire editorial operation, who can direct resources as needed to deliver incremental, daily accountability stories, and who can develop resources to build out the newsroom.QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>Minimum five years of newsroom leadership or direct supervisory experience in a professional daily, weekly, or digital news environment</li><li>Demonstrated ability to make accurate, thoughtful editorial decisions under deadline pressure</li><li>Strong editing, assigning, and story-shaping skills, with the ability to move stories from idea to publishable content</li><li>Demonstrated ability to recognize news quickly, assign stories effectively, edit raw copy, and ensure timely production of content</li><li>Experience coaching reporters and early-career journalists, including helping them identify story ideas, strengthen reporting, develop sources, and produce reliable content</li><li>Experience overseeing or supporting student journalists, interns, or other emerging reporters in a teaching newsroom or similar setting</li><li>Ability to work with diverse communities and encourage constructive public engagement in the reporting process</li><li>Flexible, creative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative approach to newsroom leadership</li><li>Strong knowledge of Southwestern Pennsylvania's political, social, and economic landscape</li><li>Clear understanding of journalism ethics, editorial standards, and libel law, with the ability to apply them consistently</li><li>Active commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in newsroom practice and operations</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust across a wide range of stakeholders</li><li>Strategic mindset with the ability to balance daily production needs with longer-term newsroom goals</li><li>Passion for local journalism and its role in accountability, civic engagement, and community building</li></ul>DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Lead the day-to-day editorial operation of the Pittsburgh Media Partnership Newsroom. Assign, edit, and guide stories produced by the newsroom's two full-time reporters. Support story development from concept to publication, with an emphasis on accountability, community-centered, and public-service journalism. Maintain strong editorial processes and standards to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and timely production of content. (45%)2. Coach and develop reporters in a teaching newsroom environment. Provide feedback, coaching, and editorial guidance to reporters to strengthen sourcing, story framing, reporting depth, and writing. Help reporters refine ideas, identify strong news opportunities, and produce reliable, publishable journalism. (25%)3. Oversee the summer internship program. Administer the Pittsburgh Media Partnership's 10-week summer internship program by assigning 10 interns to outlets across the partnership and organizing weekly training sessions throughout the program. Maintain communication with interns and outlet supervisors to support learning, accountability, and a strong overall internship experience. (20%)4. Support newsroom growth and visibility. Help identify opportunities to strengthen the Pittsburgh Media Partnership Newsroom's impact, partnerships, and long-term sustainability. Serve as an editorial representative of the newsroom as needed in meetings, collaborations, and public-facing settings. (10%))5. Supervises 2 full-time positions and provides oversight and guidance for participants in the Pittsburgh Media Partnership summer internship program. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Point Park University

Teaching Editor - Pittsburgh Media Partnership Newsroom (Part-time)

Coaching

Copy Editing

Diversity

Editing

Entrepreneurship

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Legal

People Management

Publications

Sustainability

Training/Teaching

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