Alabama State University
News Reporter I
Alabama State University, Montgomery, AL, United States
Salary: $30,000.00 - $32,437.00 Annually
Location : Montgomery, AL
Job Type: Full-time Staff
Job Number: STF-25-0033
Department: Institutional Advancement
Division: WVAS Radio Station
Opening Date: 12/18/2024
Closing Date: 1/7/2025 11:59 PM Central
Job Description
Alabama State University, WVAS-FM Radio Station invites applications to fill the vacant position of News Reporter I.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or 2 years of college level study, and 2 years of previous related experience in radio and/or television broadcasting required. Must have a valid driver's license with an insurable driving record, and willing to work non-traditional hours.
Supplemental Information
EEOC STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.
All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Group Health and Dental
MetLife Group Life Insurance
Guardian Life Inusrance Group Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick Leave
Annual Leave
Paid Holidays
State Retirement Program
Flexible Spending Account
Tuition Assistance
Click to visit the Alabama State University website for full benefit descriptions.
Location : Montgomery, AL
Job Type: Full-time Staff
Job Number: STF-25-0033
Department: Institutional Advancement
Division: WVAS Radio Station
Opening Date: 12/18/2024
Closing Date: 1/7/2025 11:59 PM Central
Job Description
Alabama State University, WVAS-FM Radio Station invites applications to fill the vacant position of News Reporter I.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare, write, and anchor daily and weekend newscasts and briefs
- Maintain 24-hour availability for news coverage
- Cover live and breaking news, news events, including news conferences, board and organization meetings, sports, university programs and governmental agencies
- Conduct in-depth live and pre-recorded interviews
- Host special news events, including election coverage, live new reports, weather bulletins, sports special, etc., as assigned News Director
- Act as a correspondent for NPR-affiliate stations on regional stories of interest
- Produce public affairs programs as required by the News Director and/or Program Director
- Establish and maintain good news contacts on campus, and in the community
- Work with and train students in newsroom operations
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or 2 years of college level study, and 2 years of previous related experience in radio and/or television broadcasting required. Must have a valid driver's license with an insurable driving record, and willing to work non-traditional hours.
Supplemental Information
EEOC STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.
All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Group Health and Dental
MetLife Group Life Insurance
Guardian Life Inusrance Group Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick Leave
Annual Leave
Paid Holidays
State Retirement Program
Flexible Spending Account
Tuition Assistance
Click to visit the Alabama State University website for full benefit descriptions.