Oklahoma State Government Reporter — Enterprise & Impact

Griffin Media; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Media’s State Government Reporter covers Oklahoma state government with a people‑centered perspective. You shoot, write, and edit your own stories on tight deadlines, going beyond the Capitol to show how legislation impacts communities and businesses.

You'll collaborate with News 9, News On 6, and the statewide digital team to deliver content across TV, streaming, digital, and social platforms, while also pitching in on general assignment and anchor duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Political Science, or related field preferred.
• Two to four years of experience in television news, enterprise or investigative reporting, or a similar multimedia journalism role preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Oklahoma state government and the legislative process, with ability to develop enterprise and accountability stories.

Responsibilities

• Report daily on legislative and state government stories, shooting, writing, and editing your own stories on tight deadlines.
• Tell stories that go beyond the Capitol, focusing on people, communities, and businesses affected by legislation.
• Develop enterprise pieces that explain how state policy affects everyday life and accountability.

Skills

Strong reporting skills

Source development

On‑camera presence

News judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Political Science, or related field

Job description

Griffin Media’s State Government Reporter covers Oklahoma state government with a people‑centered perspective. You shoot, write, and edit your own stories on tight deadlines, going beyond the Capitol to show how legislation impacts communities and businesses.

You'll collaborate with News 9, News On 6, and the statewide digital team to deliver content across TV, streaming, digital, and social platforms, while also pitching in on general assignment and anchor duties as needed.