Part-time Reporter - Evening Desk

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Lane Community College is an affirmative action / equal opportunity / veteran / disabled employer embracing equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage a safe and hospitable environment for historically marginalized populations including women, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and candidates and employees living with disabilities.

Lane actively recruits veterans and those with disabilities for all positions. For accommodations and questions call .

The Reporter will create and edit content for KLCC on‑air broadcasts and digital portals, developing community contacts and monitoring issues of community concern.

• Report, write and produce journalistic content for broadcast and digital.
• On‑air reporting and hosting.
• Edit graphics, audio and video for use on‑air and online.
• Monitor a “beat” at the direction of the News Director and propose stories within the assigned subject area.
• Participate in public media fundraising drives.
• Participate in local news coverage decision making.
• Develop and maintain news contacts.
• Participate in the production of KLCC News special broadcasts and series as assigned.
• Participate in community forums representing KLCC.
• Interface with members of the public about news developments during an assigned shift.
• Problem solve and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards; maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position primarily in an office environment, with some field reporting and public events required. Some moderate lifting and transportation of equipment may be necessary.

High school graduation or equivalent, supplemented by related course work or training.

One year of experience in journalism, digital content management and/or broadcast.

Successful applicants are required to complete a criminal background check.

Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.

Continuation of this position is based on the funding of KLCC.

Bachelor’s degree preferred with coursework in journalism, digital content management, broadcasting, graphic design, audio and/or video editing.

• News gathering, research, writing, interviewing and editing.
• On‑air presentation and operation of audio/video equipment.
• Creation of news, programming or promotional content for broadcast and/or digital platforms.
• Expertise in digital content management, graphical data display and editing.
• Familiarity with public broadcasting standards and values.
• Representing an organization on panels and public events.

• Writing, reporting and editing content for digital and broadcast.
• Photography, graphic design and audio/video editing.
• Familiarity with content management systems and social media software.
• Knowledge of live streaming and podcasting.
• Familiarity with web graphics and data‑driven storytelling techniques.
• Understanding of the mission and values of public media.
• Comfortable with public appearances and fundraising.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. All fields in the application must be completed.

CV/Resume may not replace any section of the application.

Positions close at 9:00 PM PST on closing date.

Questions?
For position questions contact News Director Chris Lehman, clehman.
For assistance with the online application call Human Resources at 541‑463‑5586.