What are the responsibilities and job description for the News Reporter position at Maine Public?
***This job is located in multiple locations: Lewiston, Portland, or Bangor, ME***
Looking to join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering independent and trusted journalism throughout our state? Maine Public is seeking a full-time News Reporter!
We’re looking for a general assignment reporter to provide high-quality content for radio and other news platforms. Working collaboratively, this position files newscasts and program segments, pitches daily story ideas, and voices and produces multi-media stories. Additionally, our News Reporters develop sources and beats, engage with the public, and excel at working quickly on timely news as well as planning for long-term reporting projects. The ability to react to, produce and post breaking news across the 24-hour news cycle, including evenings, weekends, overnights and early mornings, is a core requirement.
With NPR, PBS, and other partners we strive to be the standard bearer for high-integrity journalism and programming. The successful candidate will thrive in a professional and collaborative environment, work well both as a team and independently, bring passion for storytelling, and demonstrate a commitment to the mission-driven values of public broadcasting.
Job Requirements: At least 2 years’ experience as a journalist, public media experience preferred. Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Radio news production preferred, television experience helpful. Deep familiarity with Maine preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required, including public speaking. Regular travel throughout the state and a valid driver’s license is required. A pre-employment criminal background check is required.
Hybrid Work Schedule: This position is based in one of our Maine offices (Bangor, Lewiston, Portland) and may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule after an orientation and training period. Hybrid work schedules require 2-3 days per week in the office and attendance at on-site meetings.
Maine Public offers a competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement, paid time off, dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits.
Apply for this position online with resume, cover letter, and work samples:
https://www.applitrack.com/mainepublic/onlineapp/
by Sunday, March 23, 2025
About Maine Public: We are a non-profit, community-supported public media organization and the sole provider of statewide (and beyond!) public broadcasting coverage. As one of only seven statewide PBS/NPR joint licensees in the country, Maine Public serves Maine and also reaches most of New Brunswick, Canada, and parts of New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Through our radio, television, educational, and web services, Maine Public provides ideas, information, and lifelong learning to a diverse public. We are also the backbone of Maine’s Emergency Broadcast System. The majority of our services are available to everyone at no charge, and we broadcast a mix of local and national programming, educational programs, news and public affairs shows, documentaries, and arts and cultural programs. With NPR, PBS, and other partners we strive to be the standard bearer for high-integrity journalism and programming.
Every day Maine Public connects the people of Maine and our region to each other and to the world through the open exchange of information, ideas, and cultural content.
Maine Public welcomes and encourages candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building inclusive and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities. Therefore, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status or military service record, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We're committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values belonging and inclusion.
Maine Public is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Maine Public will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Department: apply@mainepublic.org, 1-800-884-1717.
