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Producer/Reporter
Location: 202-KNDU KENNEWICK (WA)
Company: K H Q, Inc
Position Title: Reporter/ Producer
Position Pay: $18.00- $20.00 Per/ Hr. DOE
Position Status: Full-time, non-exempt
Position Summary
The Reporter/Producer shares responsibility for developing, reporting, writing, and producing compelling local journalism across NonStop Local’s television broadcasts, streaming services, social media, and digital platforms. This hybrid role combines field reporting and visual storytelling with newscast planning, scriptwriting, rundown management, and control-room coordination.
The successful candidate is a curious, skeptical journalist and collaborative newsroom teammate who can identify strong local stories, gather and verify information, and shape it into accurate, fair, clear, and engaging coverage. The role calls for sound editorial judgment, strong writing, visual and production skills, and the ability to respond calmly to breaking news and shifting deadlines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting and Story Development
Generate local story ideas, conduct interviews, research issues, and develop reports that connect meaningfully with the communities NonStop Local serves.
Travel to news scenes to gather, verify, and present information in the format best suited to the story and platform.
Shoot and edit compelling video, and work respectfully with photographers and other newsroom colleagues when assigned.
Report live and contribute to breaking-news coverage as directed by newsroom leadership, helping ensure coverage is clear, coordinated, and useful to audiences.
Maintain strong community contacts and awareness of local and national current events; use social platforms and other research tools to gather information and engage audiences.
Producing and Newsroom Collaboration
Write and produce assigned newscast segments, web stories and Pulse content, including streaming coverage as assigned.
Help shape story treatment across platforms, working with reporters, anchors, producers, managers, editors, and the digital team to present content effectively.
Participate in daily planning meetings, contribute story and programming ideas, and collaborate on coverage plans.
Prepare clear scripts, rundowns, video details, and visual instructions; preview video and other visuals for accuracy, relevance, appropriateness, and impact.
Communicate important story developments and memorable moments to the Content Manager and digital team for potential social and digital distribution.
When assigned, help coordinate control-room coverage by communicating a clear editorial plan to directors, anchors, reporters, and production staff.
Support effective production practices and contribute ideas for improving newscasts and multiplatform storytelling.
Standards and Professional Responsibilities
Uphold accuracy, fairness, ethics, and established editorial standards in all reporting and production work.
Meet deadlines while managing competing assignments and changing priorities in a fast-paced newsroom.
Communicate frequently, work collaboratively, and interact professionally with people in varied and sometimes high-pressure circumstances.
Represent the station professionally at community events, promotional appearances, online, and in public-facing work.
Be open to innovation and committed to strong journalism and audience service.
Be available for major breaking-news coverage outside the assigned shift as needed, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Two or more years of experience at a live commercial media outlet is preferred; relevant reporting, producing, or newsroom experience will be considered.
A degree in journalism, communications, media, or a related field is preferred.
Qualifications
Strong writing, reporting, editing, and news judgment, with the ability to communicate in a clear, conversational style.
Critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and the confidence to ask challenging questions while evaluating sources and claims fairly.
Ability to make timely editorial decisions and synthesize information from multiple sources into accurate, logical coverage.
Effective live-reporting and communication skills, including the ability to adapt quickly during breaking news and other high-pressure situations.
Strong organization, time management, and prioritization skills; able to handle multiple assignments and shifting deadlines.
Collaborative approach and ability to provide clear direction or coordination when producing coverage.
Knowledge of current affairs, newsmakers, and general-interest topics.
Professional, engaging on-air presence when on camera or on microphone.
Valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
Technical Skills
Video shooting and editing using tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or comparable software.
Familiarity with newsroom computer systems such as ENPS or iNews, rundown workflows, and teleprompter operations.
Experience with content management systems and publishing or uploading digital content.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, including email and calendar tools.
Working knowledge of social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X, and related publishing or management tools.
Ability to use online research tools, databases, search engines, and live-streaming or video-conferencing platforms such as Zoom or Teams.
Familiarity with audience analytics is helpful.
Working knowledge of Magid Collaborator for scripts and story workflow (training provided).
Key Competencies
Communication and Audience Engagement
Communicates complex information clearly in writing and speech, adapting tone and vocabulary for different platforms and audiences.
Engages authentically with viewers and community members, building trust through accurate, respectful communication.
Demonstrates strong interviewing, listening, and ad-libbing skills.
Editorial Judgment and Integrity
Evaluates information critically, verifies facts, and makes sound, ethical decisions.
Balances urgency with accuracy and fairness, especially during developing stories.
Understands how story framing, visuals, and platform choices affect audience understanding.
Teamwork and Adaptability
Works effectively with newsroom, production, digital, and field colleagues.
Remains composed and solutions focused as coverage plans and deadlines change.
Represents NonStop Local with professionalism in person and online.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Work may involve extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, speaking, and computer or equipment use during shifts of approximately eight to ten hours.
May occasionally lift and carry reporting or production equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Requires manual dexterity to operate cameras, computers, and newsroom equipment.
Work takes place both indoors in a newsroom or studio and outdoors at reporting locations, potentially in varied weather and moderate or high noise levels.
The position operates in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and may require irregular hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and major breaking-news coverage.
What we offer:
We are a family-owned and operated multi-business organization with a heart for the community we serve and our employees! We set you up for success by providing the necessary tools and training needed to succeed in your position. This includes:
A friendly, supportive, and professional team atmosphere
Competitive wages and benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K matching, Employee Assistance Programs, and so much more!
We believe work/life balance is key to continued success. We offer Vacation days, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays, and more!
For detailed information regarding benefits, vacation, sick, and holiday time, please copy and paste the following link into your browser:
What Next? If you want to be part of our winning team, email your cover letter, resume, and link to your reel to: Luke Thoburn, Director of Employee Development, at Luket@nonstoplocal.com.
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At Cowles Company, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity is unwavering, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe that together we can build a brighter future for our employees and our organization thatenriches our organization, drives innovation, and fuels our success.Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and strive to maintain a respectful, professional workplace where individuals are evaluated based on merit, performance, and business needs.
All candidates selected for hire will be required to submit to a background check.
Drug Testing, including THC, applies to safety-sensitive positions.
