General Assignment Reporter

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

KUOW in Seattle is seeking a General Assignment Reporter to join our newsroom. The Reporter will contribute to daily coverage, report diverse stories for broadcast and digital audiences, and build sources.

You will pitch assignments, produce 2–3 stories per week, meet daily filing deadlines (with occasional evenings and weekends), respond to breaking news, and appear on KUOW programs and podcasts. This is a regular, full-time role requiring strong journalism and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of professional journalism experience.
• Experience in radio writing and reporting preferred.
• Ability to work independently and with editors.

Responsibilities

• Pitch and take assignments for local news coverage on KUOW 94.9 and KUOW.org
• Contribute a minimum of 2-3 stories per week
• Meet daily filing schedule, may include evenings and weekend work
• Respond to breaking news and appear on KUOW broadcast shows and podcasts
• Build sources and use social media as a reporting tool
• May fill in for midday newscaster and participate in fundraising

Skills

News writing

Radio production

Audio editing

Deadline-driven

Public media familiarity

Seattle familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Description

KUOW has an outstanding opportunity for a General Assignment Reporter [Reporter 2 (NE SAG-AFTRA)] to join their team.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Afternoon News Editor, the General Assignment Reporter is responsible for regularly contributing to KUOW’s daily news coverage, finding and reporting stories for broadcast and digital audiences. The GA reporter tackles a wide variety of stories: hard news, breaking news, hyperlocal stories, explainers, continuing coverage, profiles, trend stories and occasional enterprise work.

Key Responsibilities

Original reporting – 80%

• Pitch and take assignments for local news coverage on KUOW 94.9 and KUOW.org
• Contribute a minimum of 2-3 stories per week
• Meet daily filing schedule that may require occasional evening and weekend work
• Respond to breaking news
• Appear on KUOW broadcast shows and podcasts
• Build sources and find new voices
• Use social media as a reporting tool

Station support – 20%

• May fill in for midday newscaster
• Participate in fundraising efforts
• Appear at live events
• Perform other duties as assigned

This position performs essential services and may be required to work during any period of declared suspended operation.

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of professional journalism experience.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience including specific position requirements relating to news writing, radio production and audio editing; or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Self-starter with proven ability to meet deadlines
• Track record of producing daily journalism with impact
• Impeccable journalistic integrity and editorial judgment
• Able to work independently, with an editor and with teams
• Familiarity with and appreciation of public media programming
• Familiarity with Seattle and Western Washington

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$87,168.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$95,016.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SAG-AFTRA - Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists - KUOW

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/) .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.