Morning News Reporter & Producer – Remote-Optional

Breathe Project; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pittsburgh Community Broadcasting Corporation is seeking a Morning Reporter-Producer for 90.5 WESA in Pittsburgh. You will research, report, write, and produce timely news content for broadcast and digital platforms, working closely with the Morning Edition host and newsroom team.

This role emphasizes strong writing and audio production, newsroom collaboration, and ability to meet daily deadlines, with a Pittsburgh-based office and flexibility for remote work when appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least one year of professional experience in reporting, radio, or audio production.
• Strong writing, storytelling, and digital audio editing skills.
• Sound editorial judgment and commitment to accurate, fair, balanced journalism.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Understanding of the NPR audience and news style.

Responsibilities

• Report, write, and produce daily news content.
• Collaborate with the Morning Edition host and newsroom to develop newscast rundowns and coverage timelines.
• Produce live and recorded interviews, including research topics and guest prep.
• Edit news stories to ensure accuracy and adhere to journalism standards.
• Gather audio and reporting materials to support daily coverage and breaking news.
• Contribute to additional newsroom projects, including feature reporting, podcast production, social media, and events.

Skills

Writing

Storytelling

Audio editing

Editorial judgement

Deadline management

NPR audience familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism

Job description

The Pittsburgh Community Broadcasting Corporation is seeking a Morning Reporter-Producer for 90.5 WESA in Pittsburgh. You will research, report, write, and produce timely news content for broadcast and digital platforms, working closely with the Morning Edition host and newsroom team.

This role emphasizes strong writing and audio production, newsroom collaboration, and ability to meet daily deadlines, with a Pittsburgh-based office and flexibility for remote work when appropriate.