Paid radio news summer internship in Alaska

KFSK, NPR's affiliate radio station in southeast Alaska, is offering a paid summer internship. The 2 to 3 month internship provides basic housing at the radio station, round trip airfare from within the United States, and a $100 per week stipend. It's a very hands-on experience.

"The successful applicant will work full-time as a reporter/producer and will also host local news, weather, community announcements and station breaks during NPR's morning edition," the ad states. "They will perform a variety of other station duties as assigned. The intern may cover a variety of topics of local, regional and statewide interest. There are plenty of opportunities for features and natural sound pieces."

To apply, by March 5, email a cover letter, resume, and links to audio samples of stories you have voiced to Matt Lichtenstein at matt[at]kfsk.org.

Radio reporter job @ NPR's San Francisco station

KRCB 91.1 FM, an NPR affiliate in the Bay Area, seeks a part-time radio reporter/producer and web journalist. Applicant should have at least two years broadcast news experience, write exceptionally well, and be skilled in digital audio editing, ideally with ProTools experience.

The successful candidate will be fluent in social media, knowledgeable about current events in the North Bay, and be able to juggle multiple deadlines. Duties will include, but not be limited to, producing audio stories for radio, field reporting, posting and illustrating web reports, and preparing multi-media promotional materials.

This is a part-time, benefits eligible position. Must be within commuting distance and have own car. EEO. Spanish speaker a plus. By Feb. 15, reply via email with cover letter, resume, writing samples, examples of recorded work, and salary requirements to radionews@krcb.org, subject line Radio News. No phone calls.

Internet radio reporter job in Las Vegas

Sizzlin 96.5, a Henderson, Nevada-based Internet-broadcasted radio station, is seeking local news, traffic and entertainment news reporters for a 3 hour program. If you have interests in this simply send an email to hot[at]sizzlin965.info.

Radio journalism job openings @ Fairfield, Conn.'s NPR affiliate

WSHU, NPR's affiliate for Fairfield, New Haven and New London Counties in Connecticut, is adding three staffers to the newsroom: producer, reporter and host. All positions are Fairfield-based. For more info and to apply, visit http://wshu.org/documentation/jobs_main.php.

Announcer job @ Southern Calif. radio station

KDAR 98.3 FM, a Christian-themed radio station located in Oxnard, Calif., seeks a radio announcer/music host.

This position requires someone who enjoys a variety of tasks in their day and is good at all of them. As announcer you’ll become known as the voice that leads into KDAR’s daily offering of radio teach/talk programs. You’ll also schedule, select and program the daily and weekend, “KDAR Music Show,” featuring the best of today’s Contemporary Christian Music.

You would help local businesses and your colleagues in the KDAR Sales Department by producing radio messages that work. There’s also the opportunity to interview local business owners and community leaders in KDAR’s daily talk show, “The Community Connection.”

To be “sharp” enough for this jack-of-all-trades job you’ll need two years of radio announcing experience and be familiar with automation systems and with FCC regulations for radio station operation. College degree is preferred.

To apply, contact KDAR PD Jeff Hunter at jeff.hunter@kdar.com, or email jobs@kdar.com with your resume and a description of your most significant achievement.

Radio reporter job in Ontario, Canada

CD 98.9, a Canadian radio station in Simcoe, Ontario, has an opening for a full time newscaster/reporter.

We are a station with a very strong commitment to local news coverage. We are looking for someone who understands what local radio is all about. We want someone who is interested in becoming a part of this community and has a strong nose for news.

Duties & responsibilities of this position:
- Reporting on weekly community meetings i.e. council, school board, and any other meetings and events that come up.
- anchor weekend morning newscasts
- Be available to cover other shifts when necessary

To be successful in this position you should have:
- Community College education in broadcast journalism or the equivalent
- Good news sense
- Good writing skills
- Strong on-air delivery
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- The ability to generate your own story ideas as well as follow-up on ideas from others.
- Can work evenings and weekends as required
- A valid drivers license and meet our insurance company standards

Interested individuals should contact CD 98.9 News Director Dave Kirby with resumes and audio samples by email at dkirby@cd989.com

Radio reporter job in Minneapolis

News Radio 830 WCCO in Minneapolis is seeking a part-time news anchor/reporter.

Primary responsibilities will be to anchor newscasts two nights a week on the heritage 50,000 watt signal heard throughout the upper Midwest and around the world through the CBS Minnesota website. The ideal candidate will also have the flexibility to fill-in for other anchor/reporters during the week and weekend when called upon. Experience in radio news is a plus.

You have to be able to write and deliver superior broadcast copy under consistent deadlines, research and collect new stories, submit stories to the CBS Minnesota website, but drop everything in order to cover breaking news! Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

Apply at www.cbsradio.com. Applications will only be accepted through this site (no phone calls please).

Paid summer journalism internship covering trucking

The Truck Writers of North America are offering paid internships during Summer 2011 for broadcast reporting and magazine reporting. The internship runs 9 to 12 weeks and provides a $2,500 stipend. Internship placements are available at the following places:

• Land Line Now Radio, a daily news and information radio program designed specifically for America’s truck drivers and based in Grain Valley, Missouri.
• Successful Dealer Magazine, a Des Plaines, Illinois-based magazine written exclusively for truck and trailer dealers, leasing companies and truck body and equipment dealers.
• Truck Parts & Service Magazine, a Des Plaines, Illinois-based magazine written for independent truck service and repair operations, independent truck parts distributors, truck stops and the parts and service departments at new truck and trailer dealerships.

Deadline to apply is March 1. More info and applications are available at jobs.twna.org.

Reporter @ Washington state radio station

KOZI AM & FM in Chelan, WA has an immediate opening for a Radio News Reporter to help us remain the most trusted multi-media source for quality journalism in North Central Washington. The successful candidate will carry responsibility for investigation, assimilation, writing, and production of local news and public affairs programming for this heritage community radio station. This position reports to the station's News Director.

The successful candidate will:
- Reside in the Chelan community
- Live and breathe local news
- Have excellent written and oral communication and speaking skills
- Service the information needs of listeners in communities we serve
- Understand the responsibilities of ethical reporting standards
- Be able to adapt to Small Market Radio in a destination resort community
- Understand that local radio news is not just a job, it's a lifestyle and it requires hard work, frequent long hours, and dedication
- Develop strong and trustworthy relationships with community leaders, and representatives for city, county, state, and national government agencies
- Attend and report in a timely manner the issues and outcomes of assigned meetings of city, county, state, community and civic organizations
- Insure a high level of product quality and encourage innovation
- Keep news, community information, and blogs on the station’s new media platforms constantly fresh and updated
- Have acute knowledge of the station’s broadcast, operational, and audio editing equipment
- Insure compliance with copyright laws
- Attend staff meetings and station functions as required by station management
- Contribute to a creative, productive and collaborative work environment

Send a resume, mp3 audio, and story samples to Station Manager Heather Winters at: heather@kozi.com

Political reporter job @ Alabama's NPR affiliate

Alabama Public Radio, Alabama's NPR affiliate, seeks a political reporter to cover state government in Montgomery.

"This new staff member will specialize in covering the Alabama legislature and state government," the ad states. "APR is operated by the University of Alabama, so staff members are able to pursue higher education. Vested employees can also receive a state pension. APR is a statewide NPR affiliate, most recently honored with a National Edward R. Murrow Award."

Visit Staff Employment Opportunities at jobs.ua.edu for more information and to apply. Job close date is Sept. 18.

Entry-level producer @ CBS Radio-Chicago

CBS Radio is seeking a part-time entry-level assistant producer for its Chicago affiliate station.

Duties include taking and editing audio from multiple sources including reporters, weather feeds and network audio feeds. Additionally, asst. producer will place phone calls to check on news stories, to use internet and other sources to follow up or gain insight for use in reporting news stories.

Applicants should have a college degree and hands-on internships or experience at a college radio station. Must be familiar with digital audio editing techniques.

Apply online.

Web reporter @ Cincinnati radio stations

Bonneville Radio, a media company that operates 26 radio stations, is seeking a web reporter for its Cincinnati, Ohio stations.

The reporter will produce daily lifestyle stories for the stations' websites. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree and two years experience.

Apply online.

Reporter @ Ann Arbor radio station

Michigan Radio, an NPR affiliate in Ann Arbor, seeks a full-time radio reporter.

Here's the job description: "Michigan Radio based in Ann Arbor, Chicago Public Radio, and idea stream Cleveland are teaming up to look at the economic transformation that is needed in the so-called 'Rustbelt Region'. The reporter produces feature reports, occasional spots, blog entries and other content for air and web distribution related to the collaboration."

A college degree and two years experience preferred. Apply online.

Reporter @ Tucson radio & TV station

The Tucson, Ariz.-based affiliate for NPR and PBS seeks a news and public affairs reporter to deliver newscasts online, on radio and on television.

The 30-hour per week position is being offered by Arizona Public Media, a television and radio station operated by the University of Arizona.

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree and at least one year experience in writing, producing and reporting for radio or television.

Apply online.

Location: Tucson, Arizona

Paid intern @ Dallas talk radio show

The Michael Baisden Show, a nationally-syndicated talk radio show recorded in Dallas, is offering paid internships.

Interns will work daily from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the show's Dallas studio. Duties include: assist producers in studio with show, set up studio daily, research as needed.

Applicants should be based in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area and enrolled in college or graduate school.

To apply, e-mail your resume to intern@minglecity.com


Location: Dallas, Texas

Paid broadcasting internship in Long Island

Have a great speaking voice, but didn't land that summer broadcast journalism internship you hoped for?

Consider this alternative:

AccountantsWorld, a Long Island-based consulting firm focused on accountants, seeks a few students with excellent speaking voices to record scripts for multimedia projects.

Interns will work 10 hours per week for 4-8 weeks during the summer and be paid $11 per hour. No knowledge of accounting is required.

To apply, e-mail your resume and an .MP3 file with a recording of your voice to interns@accountantsworld.com.

Location: Hauppauge, New York

Writers @ ESPN talk show

Sports commentator Jim Rome is seeking writers to assist with his radio talk show and with "Rome is Burning," his TV show on ESPN.

"Looking for someone who comes at it from different angles, knows sports thoroughly, and is hungry, competitive and driven," the ad states. "Must be willing to grind. Tremendous potential payoff and upside for the right candidate(s). Pay commensurate with experience. "

E-mail resume, cover letter and writing samples to jimromejob@yahoo.com.

Location: Los Angeles, California

Hudson Valley radio station seeks journalists

If you're looking for a career in radio journalism, there are opportunities at WGNY, a radio station at 1220 AM and 103.1 FM in Newburgh, N.Y. (about 80 minutes from New York City):

• Director of News Operations: Applicants should have a background in journalism with a strong interest in news gathering and writing for broadcast and print. Candidate must also be capable of integrating news operations with our websites as well as anchoring on‐air newscasts segments.

• News/Broadcast interns: Several interns are needed to assist the Director of News Operations. "This position has the potential of becoming a part time or full-time paid position, upon completion of the internship," the ad states.
  

To apply, e-mail resume to employment@wgnyfm.com or call (845) 561-2131, ext. 250, during business hours.

Location: New Windsor, New York

Radio reporter/host to cover Chicago Cubs

WGN 720 AM, a news-talk radio station in Chicago, seeks a full-time reporter/host to cover the Chicago Cubs' games.

Duties include: "Pre/post-game interviews, features, hosting; score updates, wraps for morning show, assisting Cubs broadcast team at home and away games, hosting/appearances on other WGN programs as required. During off-season: anchoring/reporting/hosting."

Previous on-air sports broadcast experience required, as is baseball play-by-play experience.

To apply, send salary requirements, resume and audio demo to Sports Director, WGN Radio, 435 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL. 60611.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Radio news reporter in Ohio

WBCO AM 1540 and WQEL 92.7 FM, radio stations in Central Ohio, seek a part-time news reporter.

The job involves working 20-25 hours per week. "The perfect candidate will possess the following traits: Understands the basic principles of radio; ability to work evening hours; good writing skills; good People skills, ability to ask questions at meetings, events, in the aftermath of tragedy; flexible; self starter; have the ability to find stories that our area would value."

To apply send your resume and sample stories to: News Reporter, WBCO-WQEL, ATTN: Gary Ogle, P.O. Box 1140, Bucyrus, OH 44820.

Location: Bucyrus, Ohio