Dynamic Breaking News Reporter — Live Radio & Digital

AAJA26; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

401k plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Job summary

KERA in Dallas seeks a Breaking News Reporter to cover quick-turn stories for radio and digital, with statewide and national reach. The role emphasizes versatile reporting, live on-air capability, and adherence to public media standards.

The reporter will contribute to breaking news coverage, develop engaging digital/audio content, and collaborate across the newsroom while supporting fundraising efforts and events.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated research, writing and reporting skills.
• Strong journalistic ethics and accuracy.
• Ability to generate dynamic story ideas and sources.

Responsibilities

• Write, voice and produce quick-turn stories for radio and digital.
• Cover breaking and general assignment news with North Texas reach.
• Develop distinctive digital and audio stories for KERA audiences.
• Collaborate with newsroom teams and contribute story ideas.
• Engage in events, on-air live reporting and training opportunities.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedule and fundraising activities.

Skills

Journalism

Writing

Reporting

AP style

Source development

Job description

KERA in Dallas seeks a Breaking News Reporter to cover quick-turn stories for radio and digital, with statewide and national reach. The role emphasizes versatile reporting, live on-air capability, and adherence to public media standards.

The reporter will contribute to breaking news coverage, develop engaging digital/audio content, and collaborate across the newsroom while supporting fundraising efforts and events.