Reporter I at American Public Media Group

Position Summary

Marketplace is looking for a general assignment reporter. The ideal candidate has proven radio reporting abilities, and a passion for covering business and financial news in Marketplace’s explanatory and accessible style.

Marketplace’s mission is to raise the economic intelligence through the unorthodox story, a conversational approach, and a focus on distinctive angles on the news. We are looking for curious reporters interested in breaking down complicated or misunderstood topics for a diverse audience.

A general assignment reporter will cover daily stories and occasional features on subjects from corporate news to consumer behavior, housing to the changing workforce, macroeconomic trends to the financial markets.

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

Expected Compensation Range: $75,000 - $90,000 USD annualized. Exact rate determined by experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity.

Work Location: Remote

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 Responsibility

• Pitch and report ideas for daily news items, features and digital elements on the financial industry and other corporate sectors, for Marketplace shows and digital platforms.
• Cover a variety of assignments.
• Write sharp, concise, and accurate copy, for radio and digital.
• Synthesize multiple strands of a story and produce under tight deadlines.
• Deliver substantive reports quickly on varied subjects as shows need.
• Consistently deliver stories with Marketplace’s writing style and pace.
• Gather information and audio for reports and programs.
• Assist other reporters, producers, and editors with information.
• Maintain a wide variety of sources.
• Other duties as assigned, including meetings and other events.
  
  

Required Experience And Education

• BA degree or equivalent work experience.
• Reporter I Level: 3+ years reporting or similar experience, some national level experience preferred.
  
  

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

Reporter I Level:

• Breadth of general industry knowledge.
• Strong oral and written skills with ability to deliver originality in writing.
• Capacity to deliver quick turn-around reporting.
• Experience producing digital stories.
• Ability to develop stories with multiple interviews, scene changes and strong knowledge of subject matter.
• Finds unexpected angles in stories,
• Ability to deliver top-quality stories.
• Ability to set fresh directions in stories.
• Knowledge of various process approaches and necessary resources for a given project/assignment.
• Demonstrated reporting and production skills.
• Ability to maintain high journalistic standards under deadline pressure, including standards of balance and fairness.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Skill in creative use of sound, writing and storytelling.
• Ability to develop mastery of all recording and production equipment and techniques.
  
  

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Radio reporting experience
• National reporting experience
• Knowledge of specific industries
• Digital production knowledge
  
  

Reporting to This Position: None

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ability to manage some work outside of standard office hours as needed.

Physical Demands:

• Required to move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods of time.
• Required to move about in the community.
• Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping.

Working Conditions:

• Moderate noise level
• Occasional exposure to prevalent weather conditions.
  
  

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.

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

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