Reporter I - General Assignment - Temporary
Think.Public.Media, Pasadena, CA, United States
Description
Position Summary:
We’re looking for a daily news reporter with an emphasis on weather and disaster coverage who is excited to embrace the mission of LAist – helping Southern Californians stay informed by providing the information they need to navigate, connect, discover, and help affect change.
The reporter will backfill a staff absence for one year (April 2026 to March 2027).
The successful candidate will be able to develop strong day‑of story ideas off the news and be adept at reporting and filing stories on a daily deadline. The General Assignment reporter needs a track record of strong news judgment, excellent writing skills and experience in breaking news environments.
The ideal candidate understands digital platforms, including audience needs and how to engage readers. The reporter will champion our mission to explain Southern California across platforms that include broadcast, social and on‑demand audio. Top candidates will be keen to experiment on coverage of weather and the environment – but also enjoy variety and covering a wide range of topics. The role is designed to be flexible to audience needs, and subject‑area focuses will shift on an as‑needed basis.
We love this place and embrace L.A. and O.C. as some of the most dynamic areas to live in the country. We are looking for people who are deeply committed to shining a light on the region’s challenges and opportunities and connecting diverse communities in meaningful conversations.
This position sits in the collective bargaining agreement between LAist and Screen Actors Guild—American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (“SAG‑AFTRA”).
Expected Compensation Range:
$39.00 – $44.50 per hour. The exact hourly rate is determined by experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity.
Location:
Hybrid, Pasadena, CA
Position Responsibilities
Provide coverage of Southern California issues across a broad spectrum with an emphasis on weather and environment coverage
Report and produce daily and breaking news stories and feature stories on deadline for radio, web and social media
Develop expertise and source lists
On a weekly basis, monitor local government agendas and attend meetings remotely and in person
Regularly file public record requests
Report complex stories quickly, producing at least three stories per week
Bring complicated ideas to our readers and listeners with moderate direction from editor
Provide live newscast reports and talk show and host 2‑ways
Participate in special projects including editorial projects and live events
Propose ideas and topics for on‑air programs
Operate production and studio equipment
Use audience engagement as a reporting tool
Other duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Two or more years of reporting or professional journalism or applicable experience
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Demonstrated radio reporting, digital news and production skills
Proven ability to identify and originate stories, report accurately and quickly and meet deadlines
Ability to develop areas of expertise and establish beat priorities and goals
Demonstrated capacity to use public documents, internet research and other reporting methods to provide independent material to inform stories
Strong writing, reporting and interviewing skills
Ability to provide live reports and two‑ways
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
General and developing knowledge of beat
Ability to tackle difficult projects
Ability to work simultaneously on short‑ and long‑term projects
Ability to produce compelling storytelling with originality in writing
Ability to develop stories with multiple interviews, scene changes, and strong knowledge of subject matter
Become and remain a member in good standing of SAG‑AFTRA by the thirtieth (30th) day of employment
Preferred Skills and Experience
Fluency in Spanish
Fluency in other languages used by significant portions of Southern California communities
Experience covering climate, weather, science or environmental issues
Media and Work Conditions Reporting To This Position: None
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Ability to travel when needed
Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to manage some work outside of standard office hours as needed
Physical Demands:
Required to move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods of time
Required to move about in the community
Frequent use of hands for data entry and keystrokes and simple grasping
Working Conditions:
Moderate noise level
Equal Opportunity Statement LAist (LAist 89.3/LAist.com/LAist Studios) is diverse in race, ethnicity, language, culture, social class, national origin, religious and political belief, age, ability, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation in addition to other markers protected by law. At LAist, we strive to create an inclusive environment where we all feel pride in who we are and what we do. We are encouraged to show up as we are – always embracing and recognizing that our diversity is what brings us together. Our fundamental commitment to diversity:
Enriches LAist and provides an atmosphere in which all human potential is valued
Promotes learning through interactions among people of different backgrounds and many perspectives, and
Enables the organization to prepare all employees to promote social responsibility, equity, freedom, and productive citizenship in a global society
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage you to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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We’re looking for a daily news reporter with an emphasis on weather and disaster coverage who is excited to embrace the mission of LAist – helping Southern Californians stay informed by providing the information they need to navigate, connect, discover, and help affect change.
The reporter will backfill a staff absence for one year (April 2026 to March 2027).
The successful candidate will be able to develop strong day‑of story ideas off the news and be adept at reporting and filing stories on a daily deadline. The General Assignment reporter needs a track record of strong news judgment, excellent writing skills and experience in breaking news environments.
The ideal candidate understands digital platforms, including audience needs and how to engage readers. The reporter will champion our mission to explain Southern California across platforms that include broadcast, social and on‑demand audio. Top candidates will be keen to experiment on coverage of weather and the environment – but also enjoy variety and covering a wide range of topics. The role is designed to be flexible to audience needs, and subject‑area focuses will shift on an as‑needed basis.
We love this place and embrace L.A. and O.C. as some of the most dynamic areas to live in the country. We are looking for people who are deeply committed to shining a light on the region’s challenges and opportunities and connecting diverse communities in meaningful conversations.
This position sits in the collective bargaining agreement between LAist and Screen Actors Guild—American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (“SAG‑AFTRA”).
Expected Compensation Range:
$39.00 – $44.50 per hour. The exact hourly rate is determined by experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity.
Location:
Hybrid, Pasadena, CA
Position Responsibilities
Provide coverage of Southern California issues across a broad spectrum with an emphasis on weather and environment coverage
Report and produce daily and breaking news stories and feature stories on deadline for radio, web and social media
Develop expertise and source lists
On a weekly basis, monitor local government agendas and attend meetings remotely and in person
Regularly file public record requests
Report complex stories quickly, producing at least three stories per week
Bring complicated ideas to our readers and listeners with moderate direction from editor
Provide live newscast reports and talk show and host 2‑ways
Participate in special projects including editorial projects and live events
Propose ideas and topics for on‑air programs
Operate production and studio equipment
Use audience engagement as a reporting tool
Other duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Two or more years of reporting or professional journalism or applicable experience
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Demonstrated radio reporting, digital news and production skills
Proven ability to identify and originate stories, report accurately and quickly and meet deadlines
Ability to develop areas of expertise and establish beat priorities and goals
Demonstrated capacity to use public documents, internet research and other reporting methods to provide independent material to inform stories
Strong writing, reporting and interviewing skills
Ability to provide live reports and two‑ways
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
General and developing knowledge of beat
Ability to tackle difficult projects
Ability to work simultaneously on short‑ and long‑term projects
Ability to produce compelling storytelling with originality in writing
Ability to develop stories with multiple interviews, scene changes, and strong knowledge of subject matter
Become and remain a member in good standing of SAG‑AFTRA by the thirtieth (30th) day of employment
Preferred Skills and Experience
Fluency in Spanish
Fluency in other languages used by significant portions of Southern California communities
Experience covering climate, weather, science or environmental issues
Media and Work Conditions Reporting To This Position: None
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Ability to travel when needed
Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to manage some work outside of standard office hours as needed
Physical Demands:
Required to move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods of time
Required to move about in the community
Frequent use of hands for data entry and keystrokes and simple grasping
Working Conditions:
Moderate noise level
Equal Opportunity Statement LAist (LAist 89.3/LAist.com/LAist Studios) is diverse in race, ethnicity, language, culture, social class, national origin, religious and political belief, age, ability, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation in addition to other markers protected by law. At LAist, we strive to create an inclusive environment where we all feel pride in who we are and what we do. We are encouraged to show up as we are – always embracing and recognizing that our diversity is what brings us together. Our fundamental commitment to diversity:
Enriches LAist and provides an atmosphere in which all human potential is valued
Promotes learning through interactions among people of different backgrounds and many perspectives, and
Enables the organization to prepare all employees to promote social responsibility, equity, freedom, and productive citizenship in a global society
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage you to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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