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June 16, 2004 - NPR to Invest Additional $15 Million in NPR News - Read the press release
"NPR News will hire 45 additional reporters, editors and producers over the next three years, a 15 percent increase in overall NPR News staff. Research, travel and similar additional resources will be brought to existing news beats to improve coverage of breaking news and develop deeper investigative reporting."

NPR Editorial Positions

#WEB1195 Reporter/Correspondent, International Business, National Desk
Development ideas/proposals for reports and programs on international business with a particular focus on developing sources, here and abroad, at the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, the Treasury Department and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. This beat is designed to break original stories relating to globalization and the machinery of international business and is designed to generate enterprise and investigative stories about such issues as the effect of outsourcing on the US and Asia, and on the effect of tariffs on developing economies. The reporter on this beat is expected to develop into an authoritative voice in the media on this issue. The job involves traveling. Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required experience reporter: at least four years' reporting experience; demonstrated expertise at developing a major journalism specialty; Required experience correspondent: at least six years' journalism experience; excellent in analysis and interpretation; additional requirements for Reporter/Correspondent: ability to break news and aggressively set a coverage agenda; ability to work quickly and efficiently under deadline pressure; incumbent must be able to report breaking stories for both newscasts and major programs; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team; proven ability to consistently work well with others, demonstrating at all times respect for the diverse constituencies at NPR and within the public radio system; ability and willingness to work varied hours; and ability and willingness to relocate; broadcast experience and experience producing on digital audio workstations, using microphones, recorders and telecommunications equipment preferred for Reporter/Correspondent.

#WEB1196 Reporter/Correspondent, Police and Prisons, National Desk
Develops ideas/proposals for reports and programs on police and prisons, with a particular focus on breaking original stories relating to police and prisons; the beat is designed to generate enterprise and investigative stories about local policing and the changing nature of the work, including reports that dealt with street crime, homeland security, the latest police technology or people falsely convicted of a crime, as well as the issues surrounding the prison world and its population of 1.2 million. The reporter on this beat is expected to develop into an authoritative voice in the media on this issue. The job involves traveling. Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required experience for reporter; at least four years' reporting experience; required experience for correspondent; at least six years journalism experience; excellence in analysis and interpretation; additional requirements for Reporter/Correspondent: demonstrated expertise at developing a major journalism specialty; ability to break news and aggressively set a coverage agenda; ability to work quickly and efficiently under deadline pressure; incumbent must be able to report breaking stories for both newscasts and major programs; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team; proven ability to consistently work well with others, demonstrating at all times respect for the diverse constituencies at NPR and within the public radio system; ability and willingness to work varied hours; ability and willingness to relocate; familiarity with developing a beat; broadcast experience, including use of microphones, recorders and telecommunication equipment and experience in producing on digital audio workstations preferred experience for reporter/correspondent.

#WEB1197 Reporter/Correspondent, Environment, National Desk
Develops ideas/proposals for reports and programs on the environment, with particular focus on daily and in-depth news coverage of the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of the Interior. This beat is designed to break original stories relating to the environment and to generate enterprise and investigative stories relating to the environment. In time the reporter for this beat should develop into an authoritative voice in the media on the issue. The reporter on this beat is expected to develop into an authoritative voice in the media on the issue. The job involves traveling. Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required experience reporter: at least four years' reporting experience; required experience for correspondent; at least six years' journalism experience; excellence in analysis and interpretation; additional requirements for reporter/correspondent: demonstrated expertise at developing a major journalism specialty; ability to break news and aggressively set a coverage agenda; ability to work quickly and efficiently under deadline pressure; incumbent must be able to report breaking stories for both newscasts and major programs; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team; proven ability to consistently work well with others, demonstrating at all times respect for the diverse constituencies at NPR and within the public radio system; ability and willingness to work varied hours; ability and willingness to relocate; broadcast experience and experience producing on digital audio workstations, using microphones, recorders and telecommunications equipment.

#WEB1198- Reporter/Correspondent, Labor and Workplace, National Desk
Develops ideas/proposals for reports and programs on labor and the work place. This beat is designed to break original stories relating to labor and the workplace and to generate enterprise and investigative stories about these issues. The reporter for this beat should develop into an authoritative voice in the media on this issue. The job involves traveling. Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required experience reporter: at least four years/ reporting experience; required experience for correspondent: at least six years' journalism experience and excellence in analysis and interpretation; additional requirements for reporter/correspondent: demonstrated expertise at developing a major journalism specialty; ability to break news and aggressively set a coverage agenda; ability to work quickly and efficiently under deadline pressure; incumbent must be able to report breaking stories for both newscasts and major programs; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team; proven ability to consistently work well with others, demonstrating at all times respect for the diverse constituencies at NPR and within the public radio system; ability and willingness to work varied hours; ability and willingness to relocate; preferred experience for reporter/correspondent: broadcast experience, including use of microphones, recorders and telecommunication equipment and experience in producing on digital audio workstations.

#WEB1199 - Reporter/Correspondent, Science Desk
Develops ideas/proposals for reports and programs that would examine how technological breakthroughs are translated into viable commercial products and how they, in turn, change people's lives. This beat also encompasses newly emerging technology companies, their founders, their financiers and their products. This beat is designed to break original stories relating to technology and to generate enterprise and investigative reports about the issue. The reporter on this beat is expected to develop into one of the most authoritative voices in the media on this issue. This position involves traveling. Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requirement for reporter level: at least four years reporting experience. Requirement for correspondent level: at least six years' journalism experience and excellence in analysis and interpretation. Additional requirements for both reporter/correspondent levels: demonstrated expertise at developing a major journalism specialty; ability to break news and aggressively set a coverage agenda; ability to work quickly and efficiently under deadline pressure - incumbent must be able to report breaking stories for both newscasts and major programs; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team; proven ability to consistently work well with others, demonstrating at all times respect for the diverse constituencies at NPR and within the public radio system; ability and willingness to work varied hours; ability and willingness to relocate. Preferred experience for reporter/correspondent: familiarity with developing a beat; broadcast experience, including use of microphones, recorders and telecommunication equipment, and experience in producing on digital audio workstations.

#WEB1200 - Reporter/Correspondent, Arts Information
Develops ideas/proposals for reports and programs on media issues. This beat is designed to break original stories relating to the media, one of the most powerful influences on American life. The beat is also designed to generate enterprise and investigative stories ranging from such issues as the digitization of almost all information to the delicate balancing act public media companies must perform in fulfilling their commitment to public service and in addressing the pressure to produce profits. The reporter on this beat is expected to develop into an authoritative voice in the media on this issue. This position involves traveling. Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requirement for reporter level: at least four years reporting experience. Requirement for correspondent level: at least six years' journalism experience and excellence in analysis and interpretation. Additional requirements for both reporter/correspondent levels: demonstrated expertise at developing a major journalism specialty; ability to break news and aggressively set a coverage agenda; ability to work quickly and efficiently under deadline pressure - incumbent must be able to report breaking stories for both newscasts and major programs; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team; proven ability to consistently work well with others, demonstrating at all times respect for the diverse constituencies at NPR and within the public radio system; ability and willingness to work varied hours; ability and willingness to relocate. Preferred experience for reporter/correspondent: familiarity with developing a beat; broadcast experience, and experience in use of microphones, recorders and telecommunication equipment and experience in producing on digital audio workstations.

#WEB1201- Reporter/Correspondent, General Assignment, National Desk
Develops ideas/proposals for reports and programs; gathers information and materials for reports and programs; prepares and presents reports and program segments; the job involves traveling and may involve relocation. Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required experience for reporter: at least three years' reporting experience and demonstrated ability to develop, report and write stories of interest to a national audience; required experience for correspondent: at least six years' journalism experience and excellence in analysis and interpretation; additional requirements for reporter/correspondent: ability to work quickly under deadline pressure; incumbent must be able to report breaking stories for both newscasts and major programs; ability and willingness to travel as needed; ability and willingness to relocate; proven ability to consistently work well with others, demonstrating at all times respect for the diverse constituencies at NPR and within the public radio system; preferred experience for reporter/correspondence: experience in radio, including use of microphones, recorders and telecommunication equipment and experience producing on digital audio workstations.

#WEB1203 - Reporter/Correspondent, Foreign Desk
Develops ideas/proposals for reports and programs on West Africa; gathers information and materials for reports and programs; prepares, presents and transmits reports and program segments from abroad. Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Reporter level requires at least four years' reporting experience in broadcasting or specialized journalism; proven ability to write and produce long-form, sound-rich radio pieces; experience in use of computers, microphones, recorders and telecommunication equipment; and proven understanding of foreign policy issues and ability to articulate them in a professional and objective manner. Correspondent level requires at least six years broadcast experience, including foreign reporting and radio production issues; demonstrated expertise in all aspects of broadcast journalism - reporting, writing, voicing, editing, producing full radio pieces, use of microphones, recorders, computers and telecommunication transmissions via ISDN lines, satellite phones and/or Internet; expertise in the execution of sophisticated radio broadcast journalism, such as long-form features and documentaries; and proven understanding of complex foreign policy issues and ability to articulate them in a professional and objective manner. Additional requirements for the Reporter/Correspondent include experience traveling and working in foreign countries; demonstrated knowledge of history and current affairs; ability to work quickly and efficiently under deadline pressure - incumbent must be able to report breaking stories for both newscasts and major programs; ability and willingness to work varied hours; ability and willingness to relocate; and proven ability to consistently work well with others, demonstrating at all times respect for the diverse constituencies at NPR and within the public radio system. Prefer experience in foreign reporting and radio broadcast production issues; experience living and traveling in Africa, experience living and/or working in difficult foreign situations, including armed conflicts; and knowledge of French or African language(s).

#WEB68 - Supervising Senior Editor, Program, All Things Considered
Responsible for editing All Things Considered's daily coverage; makes assignments and provides editorial guidance to program hosts, reporters, producers and production staff; supervises preparation of air material and is responsible for editorial integrity and quality of air product; monitors programming and provides critiques. Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience. At least six years experience as a news reporter, news producer or news editor, including work on: (a) breaking news coverage and daily news coverage, including the generation of story ideas and the research and development of such stories, and (b) feature reports, including the development of topics and the organization and presentation of lengthy articles or programs. At least one year of experience in radio journalism; considerable knowledge of current events, including international and domestic news and must have considerable experience working on deadline, in particular a daily deadline; thorough knowledge of news and feature reporting techniques and demonstrated writing ability with considerable skill in both news and feature editing (required); ability to work quickly and efficiently under deadline pressure; experience maintaining high journalistic standards under deadline pressure, including standards of objectivity, balance and fairness; demonstrated skill in oral presentation; demonstrated organizational skills, proven ability to consistently work well with others, demonstrating at all times respect for the diverse constituencies at NPR and within the public radio system; demonstrated understanding of sound organizational development, management and supervisory principles; and ability and willingness to work varied shifts. Daily news experience; managerial experience; thorough knowledge of broadcast writing and audio production; experience producing on digital audio workstations; experience working in and/or knowledge of public radio and the public radio system; and ability and willingness to relocate.

#WEB747 - Supervising Editor/Correspondent, Science Desk
This position combines the duties of an editor (90%) and a reporter (10%). Has significant responsibility for planning, coordinating and supervising coverage of science and health, and most especially the social and behavioral sciences, on the Science Desk; monitors and evaluates staff performance; recommends new hires and provides administrative and editorial support to the Supervising Senior Editor and Deputy Supervising Senior Editors as needed. Occasionally (10%), as assigned, the incumbent will research, report, write and voice stories and articles for NPR broadcast and online. Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience. At least 10 years experience as a reporter and editor covering national stories in science, health and medicine, with special emphasis on the social and behavioral sciences, including: investigative stories, including the generation of story ideas and the research and development of such stories, and special project and team reporting, including the development of topics and the organization and presentation of lengthy articles or programs. Candidate must have considerable knowledge of basic tenets of biomedical research, clinical medicine, and public health and health economics; basic principles of scientific disciplines such as chemistry, physics, biology, zoology, anatomy and astronomy; and knowledge of scientific research and state of the art in the fields of human and child development, pediatrics, learning and attention, neuroscience, substance abuse and addiction, gerontology, sexual health, human reproduction, psychology and psychiatry. Candidate must have thorough familiarity with developments and trends in the above fields; should be familiar with the leading scientific, medical and health journals and with the federal science and health policy making apparatus, as well as with leading academic institutions and private enterprises working in these fields. Must have demonstrated writing ability; considerable skill in both news and feature writing, demonstrated skill in oral presentation, and an understanding of the principles of effective management. Candidate must have proven ability to consistently work well with others, demonstrating at all times respect for the diverse constituencies at NPR and within the public radio system. Must have ability and willingness to work varied shifts. Daily news experience and managerial experience strongly preferred. Must have ability and willingness to relocate, and experience maintaining high journalistic standards under deadline pressure, including standards of objectivity, balance and fairness.

Contact: Bill Marimow, managing editor, NPR, at bmarimow@npr.org or Walt Swanston, director, diversity management, wswanston@npr.org.

Other Reporting Positions

Reporter
KPBS, San Diego, CA

Seeks two full-time reporters. Both are responsible for daily news stories and frequent in-depth features, may anchor newscasts and appear on KPBS Radio & TV programs. Border Reporter (F04-153) covers U.S.-Mexico border, bilingual skills are strongly desired. Radio Reporter (F04-152) covers general assignment or beat TBD. Required: degree in related field & minimum 2 years experience. Knowledge of SD & regional issues; experience in top-50 market desired. Salary range $3,519-4,719/mo + excellent benefits package. To apply, see our website, www.foundation.sdsu.edu/hrpage or call SDSU Foundation HR Dept. at (619) 594-5703. Include audio CD with sample of radio reporting and anchoring. Positions closes Aug. 4, 2004. EEO/AA/Title IX Employer.

Health Reporter
WUNC-FM, Chapel Hill, NC

WUNC Radio is looking for an experienced reporter to join our growing news staff. The reporter will cover health issues and receive assignments on other topics as needed. The reporter will be expected to participate in station activities such as fundraising and staff meetings. The reporter may also be asked to do fill-in hosting for WUNC programs and contribute spot news and pieces to NPR and other networks. The top candidates for this job will have superior writing and reporting skills. We are looking for someone who has a good understanding of how to tell a story that is engaging and vivid. The reporter must be able to write and focus stories quickly and meet tight deadlines. We will consider candidates who do not have radio experience as long as they have a good ear for sound, a voice with potential for radio and a demonstrated facility with computers and technology. WUNC serves a broad geographic area of North Carolina, including Raleigh-Durham, Greensboro, Greenville and the Outer Banks through a network of five stations. The station has more than 300,000 weekly listeners and a news and information staff of 15 full-time employees. Chapel Hill consistently ranks among the best places to live in the U.S. The region is home to several major universities. And it's less than a day's drive to the beach, the mountains and cities like Washington, Atlanta and Charleston. Candidates must have a minimum of two years experience in reporting and a bachelor's degree in communication, journalism or a related field. A master's degree is preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. First review of applications by the search committee is scheduled for July 9, 2004. Please send a letter, resume and story samples (CD preferred, cassette OK) to Jerry Howerton, HR Officer, WUNC-FM, 120 Friday Center Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27517. Please state in your cover letter where you saw this position posting or advertisement. WUNC-FM and the University of North Carolina are EOE.

On-Air Host/Reporter
WABE Public Broadcasting, Atlanta, GA

Job Title: WABE On-Air Host/Reporter. Department: Radio. Summary: This is a professional position primarily serving as a drive-time radio host and reporter for WABE90.1FM. This position requires solid experience in hosting and crafting informative reports of local and state news, as well as experience in producing NPR-style, in-depth, local feature stories and interviews. Accountabilities: Serves as WABE host for drive time, presenting local news and feature reports in public radio style. Works in cooperation with the local Senior News Director to compile stories and live on-air presentation of local content for morning drive. This will be a combination of in-studio production, interviewing (some live), coverage of special news assignments as directed, working with technical equipment related to broadcasting, participating in mandatory on-air fundraising and performing other duties as assigned by the Program Director. Shift will be assigned but will normally fall on weekday mornings with occasional weekday evenings, holidays and weekends. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: WABE 90.1FM, the NPR station in Atlanta, is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and personable broadcast journalist to join its staff as a drive time host and reporter. We are searching for a journalist who wants to actively take part as we expand our broadcast news mission to not only our metropolitan Atlanta audience but to greater Georgia and the rest of the nation. Must have the following: B.A. or B.S. degree, one year’s experience as a public broadcast radio host and at least two years’ broadcast journalism experience in radio or television. Strong editorial skills are a necessity. Applicants must be able to conduct live and taped interviews during on-air shifts as well as generate story ideas, and put together both spot news and feature news reports. Seeking applicant who is light on feet when it comes to rapidly changing news events and can handle breaking local news both during his/her regular on-air shifts and as a host of special programming. This position will have high visibility within metropolitan Atlanta. Applicants will be expected to take part in on-air pledge drives as well as community-related events. Submit: Resume and CD or audio tape containing airchecks and/or news stories to: Kenneth D. Brown, Director of Human Resources, Public Broadcasting Atlanta, WABE90.1FM and WPBA-TV30, 740 Bismark Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30324. E-mail: kbrownwabe-wpba.org. Fax: 678-553-3026. AETC is an EOE.

Producer / Reporter
KCUR-FM, Kansas City, Missouri
Date Posted: May 24, 2004
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Salary: $26,375 - $44,312

Duties include creating features covering subjects relating to Kansas City’s diverse population. It will also include working with a host to produce a weekly, urban affairs program.

Excellent writing skills, proven news judgment, journalistic integrity, computer literacy and familiarity with public radio news required. We’re looking for a self-starter, who also enjoys teamwork, someone who is comfortable with deadline pressure, and who gets along well with others. Public radio news reporting experience and knowledge of the Kansas City area preferred, but not required.

Please download our application at http://www.umkc.edu/adminfinance/hr/jobs/index.asp Mail application, cover
letter, resume as well as a writing sample and cassette tape or CD with a sample of your spot news or feature stories as they as they aired to: Kelly Limpic, Administrative Center, Room 226, 5100 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, MO 64110-2499.
No phone calls please.

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