On-Air Local News Reporter

KUOW Public Radio; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

KUOW Public Radio is seeking a General Assignment Reporter to contribute regularly to daily news coverage. Reporting to the Afternoon News Editor, you will pitch and report local stories for KUOW 94.9 and KUOW.org, delivering 2–3 pieces weekly and meeting daily deadlines.

The role emphasizes original reporting (about 80%) and station support (about 20%), with opportunities to appear on shows and podcasts, build sources, and engage audiences across broadcast and digital platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism and five years of professional journalism experience.
• Experience in news writing, radio production, and audio editing is preferred.
• Self-starter with proven ability to meet deadlines and produce daily journalism with impact.

Responsibilities

• Original reporting – 80%: pitch, cover local news for KUOW 94.9 and KUOW.org, 2–3 stories weekly, meet daily filing schedule, respond to breaking news, appear on broadcasts and podcasts, build sources.

Skills

News writing

Radio production

Audio editing

Public media familiarity

Independent working

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism

Job description

KUOW Public Radio is seeking a General Assignment Reporter to contribute regularly to daily news coverage. Reporting to the Afternoon News Editor, you will pitch and report local stories for KUOW 94.9 and KUOW.org, delivering 2–3 pieces weekly and meeting daily deadlines.

The role emphasizes original reporting (about 80%) and station support (about 20%), with opportunities to appear on shows and podcasts, build sources, and engage audiences across broadcast and digital platforms.