Education Reporter (Hybrid)

Work with a team of smart, collaborative colleagues to tell stories that matter. WFAE, the award-winning NPR station serving the Charlotte region, seeks a full-time reporter. The successful candidate will be the lead reporter for our education coverage, and will also be expected to fulfill general assignment duties, including a daily news rotation. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is the 16th-largest school district in the U.S. With a population that’s growing increasingly diverse, CMS exemplifies all of the challenges, opportunities and drama impacting large, urban districts across the nation. It’s a fascinating and rich beat to cover, and we’re looking for the right reporter to explore CMS to find compelling, original stories. The successful candidate will also cover education trends and interesting developments in the surrounding counties, as well as issues of statewide concern. We are searching for a journalist who can investigate difficult topics, ask tough questions and then translate that knowledge into easily understandable, well-produced audio and written reports. The reporter must be adept at filing radio spots, superspots and feature-length reports for local and national broadcast programming, as well as writing and editing articles for all WFAE distribution channels, including our website, podcast, and a weekly email newsletter about education news in the Charlotte region. Our reporters are expected to promote their work through social media, by appearing on Charlotte Talks and participating in WFAE events. As a small, flexible newsroom, we will also train the reporters to fill in as a backup for our newscasters and newsmagazine hosts. The job requires someone who can work independently on tight deadlines but who also can work collaboratively on stories and projects. It also requires someone who can work well under pressure and maintain a clear sense of priorities in a demanding, fast-paced environment. Occasional weekend and evening shifts are expected (the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School board generally meets every other Tuesday, for example, and everyone pitches in during fund drive weeks approximately four times per year). This job is located in Charlotte, N.C., with a hybrid in-office/remote work schedule. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience 3 years of directly relevant work experience Strong news judgment and ethical standards Strong writing and communication skills Ability to produce content for digital and broadcast formats Ability to effectively use digital platforms for engagement, content gathering and distribution Ability to be nimble and productive in a fast-paced news environment Ability and willingness to work varied shifts Preferred: Audio production and editing experience Experience working in live radio or other broadcast media This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists)

Employment Type: Full Time

Years Experience: 5 - 10 years

Salary: $51,500 - $77,000 Annual

Bonus/Commission: No