San Diego State University is hiring: KPBS South Bay/ Imperial Va...
San Diego State University - San Diego, CA, United States, 92189
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Overview
Overview
The salary range for this position is $31.45- $36.31 per hour ($65,416 - $75,525 per year) depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.
This recruitment will close on 3/24/2025 at 4:00pm (PST)
This position is part of the SAG-AFTRA bargaining unit with KPBS.
KPBS serves the greater San Diego community with informative, cultural, entertaining and educational television, radio, and digital programming. KPBS TV/FM is the public television and radio station for San Diego. Licensed to San Diego State University, KPBS supports and furthers the university’s educational and community service mission by informing, enlightening and empowering its audience.
Communities in the South Bay/Imperial Valley regions have long been news deserts that do not receive the attention they deserve. They are in great need of accountability news coverage on institutions and issues that impact residents’ lives. The South Bay/Imperial Valley Reporter will advance coverage of institutions in South Bay and Imperial County, along with the myriad issues facing the two regions.
At the direction of the News Director, under the supervision of the Investigations/Digital Fellowship Editor and in coordination with other members of the News Division, the South Bay/Imperial Valley reporter will work to build the reporting beat and set achievable goals.
Responsibilities
The following information is intended to be representative of the work performed by incumbents in this position and is not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of position responsibilities.
News Reporting and Producing (80%)
- Provide news content: spot news, feature reports, live debrief, field packages, photos, video, audio, blog posts, and newscasts.
- Follow the KPBS Strategic Plan and Editorial Vision at the direction of the News Editor.
- Research topics, analyze data, develop contacts and interview sources, maintain notes and broadcast recordings, write and edit reports, and produce and voice reports for air.
Planning (15%)
- Read and follow major developments on stories.
- Maintain contact lists and files for continuity of coverage.
- Brainstorm beat-specific story ideas with other reporters and producers.
Other Duties and Responsibilities as Assigned (5%)
- Attend meetings, represent the station at public events, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training and work in journalism or related field.
Minimum Experience
- Two years of progressively responsible or related experience as a reporter.
Knowledge and Abilities
- Demonstrated excellence in basic news judgment and an understanding of journalism ethics.
- Ability to write broadcast scripts and/or web stories.
- An understanding of proper news style (including AP style), structure and grammar.
- Ability to voice for TV/radio.
- Demonstrated audio and/or video editing skills.
Preferred Qualifications and Special Skills
- Advanced degree, preferably in journalism or beat-related field(s).
- Fluency in a language in addition to English, e.g. Spanish.
- Expertise in analyzing data to find story trends.
Additional Applicant Information
- Candidate must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire.
- Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on background check results.