GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORTER - University of Washington

Req #: 237680 Department: KUOW / PSPR Appointing Department Web Address: https://www.kuow.org/ Job Location Detail: U District; open to hybrid work schedule (combination in-office + remote) Posting Date: 08/13/2024 Closing Info: Open Continuous Salary: $6,246 - $6,820 per month Shift: First Shift Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-classified-staff-20210208.pdf) As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. Join the award-winning newsroom at KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio, Seattle's NPR news station. We are an independent, mission-driven nonprofit news organization dedicated to informing, entertaining and inspiring an audience of millions in Western Washington and the majestic Pacific Northwest. We are seeking a **General Assignment Reporter (Reporter 1)** to help our newsroom cover daily assignments for KUOW's broadcast and digital audiences. PURPOSE The General Assignment Reporter plays a key role in KUOW's daily news coverage, finding and regularly reporting stories for broadcast and digital audiences. The GA reporter tackles a wide variety of stories - hard news, breaking news, hyperlocal stories, explainers, continuing coverage, profiles, buzzy/trend stories and occasional enterprise work. JOB SUCCESS SUMMARY The General Assignment Reporter is curious about a wide variety of stories, from city hall to pickleball. You have your ear to the ground and are full of ideas for original reporting that reflects the life of the city and region. You enjoy and excel at short-form reporting on radio and online. You work the phones to get great tape from the desk, and have a knack for finding interesting, passionate voices in the field. You are highly productive, thrive when working at a fast pace and stay calm and focused when reporting breaking news. You are dedicated to the mission of public media and committed to producing journalism with integrity and editorial judgment that reflects the community. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Original reporting (85%) - Contribute stories (3 per week minimum) to KUOW 94.9 and KUOW.org - Meet daily filing schedule that may require occasional evening and weekend work - Respond to breaking news - Appear on KUOW broadcast shows and podcasts - Build sources and find new voices - Use social media as a reporting tool Station support (15%) - Participate in fundraising efforts - Appear at live events - Perform other duties as assigned SUPERVISION RECEIVED Position reports to a news editor. SUPERVISION EXERCISED None **Requirements include:** - Bachelor's degree and three years of professional journalism experience including specific position requirements relating to news writing, radio production and audio editing; or equivalent combination of education/experience. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. **Desired:** - Familiarity with and appreciation of public media programming - Familiarity with Seattle and Western Washington **Working Conditions:** - Duties may occasionally require evening and weekend work when necessary to meet critical deadlines, especially during election cycles. - Ability to travel when necessary to meet with sources and to attend station events. - Cubicle/Open workspace environment which may result in additional or higher levels of noise and visual distractions. - Position is suitable/eligible for Hybrid/Occasional Telework. COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND RACIAL EQUITY KUOW and the University of Washington are equal opportunity employers. KUOW is dedicated to building a culturally and ethnically diverse staff and creating a working environment that promotes racial equity and inclusiveness. We believe attracting and retaining diverse staff is crucial to serving our community and fulfilling our mission. Women, Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities and veterans are highly encouraged to apply. Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. **Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.** University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.