Reporter I or Reporter II, MPR News

Your Role

As a multimedia Reporter I or II for MPR News, you will report, write, and produce daily news and enterprise stories for all Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) News platforms, audio, digital, and video.

We are hiring for two positions: 1. Agriculture focus based in Moorhead, MN that will bring unique, in-depth coverage of the people and perspectives from northwest Minnesota’s rich farmland industry and culture. 2. Healthcare-focus based in the heart of Med City/Rochester, MN reporting on the patient experience, as well as the healthcare crisis and solutions in rural communities.

We are seeking a curious, dynamic reporter with a passion for telling engaging stories in any medium and an ability to break news. You will be joining a collaborative team of talented journalists who cover Minnesota from our regional bureaus located across the state. While our regional reporters cover a wide range of topics including - but not limited to - climate change impacts, the state’s energy transition, tourism, education, and politics, these two positions will serve their respective communities with general assignment and beat expertise specifically: agriculture reporting in Moorhead and healthcare reporting in Rochester. These important focus areas will deliver impactful journalism across platforms and build trusted engagement with local and statewide audiences as well. While your day-to-day work will frequently be solo and often on the road, reporters are in daily contact with their editor. You’ll need to be comfortable filing remotely and working on your own.

Reporter I or Reporter II, depending upon the candidate’s experience.

This is a position within the SAG-AFTRA bargaining unit at MPR News and will be either Reporter I or Reporter II, depending upon the candidate’s experience.

Location: Remote, Moorhead, MN and Rochester, MN

Expected Hourly Range: Reporter I: $30.38 - $36.46 | Reporter II: $32.15 - $38.58. The exact rate is determined by experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity.

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: Open until position is filled.

Your Responsibility

• Research, report, and write substantive news stories within deadlines for multiple platforms, including audio/video, online, social media and newsletters.
• Shoot and edit video and photographs as needed.
• Edit audio, record narration, and mix stories.
• Provide live and taped reports with show hosts.
• Develop expert knowledge and sources in your region that reflect the communities we serve.
  
  

Required Experience And Education

• BA degree or equivalent work experience.
• Reporter I Level: 2-3 years reporting or similar experience.
• Reporter II Level: 3-5 years reporting or similar experience.
  
  

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Experience in maintaining high journalistic standards under deadline pressure, including standards of objectivity, balance, and fairness.
• Ability to develop complex story ideas that provide analysis and add context.
• Keen knowledge of current events, along with the ability to relate those events to the audience .
• Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise, and conversational news copy using AP Style.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments, if needed, of both short-and long-term duration.
• Knowledge of broadcast and digital journalism newsgathering and delivery practices.
• Ability to seek out and incorporate findings using audience engagement tools/methods.
• Effective collaboration with editors, producers, and other reporters.
• Willingness to contribute to and participate in fostering a culture of equity and inclusion in support of organizational goals.
  
  

Preferred Skills And Experience

• On-air radio experience in a news setting.
• Audio editing.
• Video journalism experience.
• Data reporting.
  
  

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.
• Physical Demands:
• Required to move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods
• 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.