News Reporter

Louisiana First News; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local news organization in Baton Rouge seeks a motivated Reporter/MMJ to join their team. The ideal candidate will be a strong storyteller with excellent on-air presence and a passion for serving the local community. Responsibilities include reporting, researching news stories, and producing content for broadcast and social media platforms. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and two years of reporting experience. Louisiana First News offers a collaborative and dynamic newsroom environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of news reporting experience.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to ad lib confidently when required.

Responsibilities

• Report news stories for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Research and gather information through interviews and events.
• Write, shoot, edit, and present news reports.

Skills

Storytelling ability

On-air presence

Research skills

Communication skills

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field

Tools

Newsroom technology

Office equipment

Job description

Overview

Louisiana First News is seeking a motivated, dynamic Reporter/MMJ to join our Baton Rouge newsroom. This is an exciting opportunity to tell impactful stories in a fast-paced, supportive, and community-driven environment. The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller with excellent on-air presence, solid news judgment, and a passion for serving the local community across all platforms while growing their career with a respected and trusted local news organization.

Responsibilities

• Report news stories for broadcast, providing clear background, context, and accurate details
• Research, gather, and analyze information through interviews, public records, events, and field reporting
• Arrange and conduct interviews with newsmakers and community members
• Review notes and materials to isolate key facts and develop compelling story angles
• Determine story emphasis, length, and format to meet editorial standards and time requirements
• Pitch story ideas relevant to the local Baton Rouge community
• Receive assignments, evaluate tips and leads, and develop original story ideas
• Collaborate with producers and news managers to establish priorities and editorial direction
• Write, shoot, edit, and present news reports for all platforms
• Revise scripts and packages to meet editorial approval and formatting guidelines
• Produce and present reports for broadcast, digital, and social platforms
• Write stories for the website and other eMedia platforms
• Engage with viewers and users through social media
• Ensure all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of two years of news reporting experience (depending on market size).
• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to ad lib confidently when required.
• Strong on-air presence and storytelling ability.
• Proficiency with newsroom technology and standard office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong organizational and research skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Why Louisiana First News?

Louisiana First News is committed to high-quality journalism, community connection, and storytelling that matters. We offer a collaborative newsroom environment where your work will make a meaningful impact across broadcast, digital, and social platforms.