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WKAR Public Media has a rare full-time opening for a Multi-Platform News Reporter who values strong storytelling across radio, digital, and social platforms. This position focuses on covering state and local politics, with an emphasis on explaining how decisions at the State Capitol and in local governments affect communities across Mid-Michigan.
The reporter will produce daily and enterprise stories, contribute to digital and social content, and serve as a visible voice of WKAR News on platforms like Instagram. This role requires the ability to translate complex policy into clear, compelling journalism while maintaining a consistent presence across multiple platforms.
Position Summary
Primary Responsibilities
Reporting and Content Production – 40%
- Cover state and local politics, including government meetings and civic proceedings
- Pitch, report, and produce daily and in-depth stories for radio and digital platforms
- Develop enterprise reporting that explains complex policy issues in accessible ways
- Travel regularly throughout Mid-Michigan to report on location and cover assigned stories
- Adjust schedule as needed to cover public meetings and events, including evenings
- Demonstrate flexibility to respond to breaking news and take ownership of the story of the day
- Contribute to daily editorial meetings and help shape coverage priorities
Digital and Social Media Content – 25%
- Create and produce content for digital and social platforms, including Instagram
- Appear regularly on camera through video and visual storytelling
- Engage audiences through platform-specific storytelling techniques
Long-Term Planning and Project Management – 20%
- Balance daily reporting with long-term and enterprise projects
- Plan, develop, and execute in-depth stories over time
- Manage multiple deadlines and workflows across platforms
On-Air and Fill-In Hosting – 10%
- Fill in as a broadcast host as needed
- Deliver newscasts or other on-air content as assigned
Other Duties – 5%
- Assist with special projects, breaking news, and team coverage needs
- Perform other duties as assigned by the News Director or station leadership
- Assist with live fundraising for public media throughout the year
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Telecommunications, Journalism, or Broadcast Production; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in radio production, broadcast operations, rules and regulations and interviewing; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The position may require a FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator's Permit. Additional qualifications: Strong writing, reporting, and on-air skills; Experience producing content across audio, digital, and social platforms; Comfortable on camera and engaging audiences on social media; Ability to manage multiple deadlines and long-term projects; possession of a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
To be considered, please submit:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Work samples: stories/social media
WORK HOURS
Standard work hours from Monday through Friday 12:00 - 8:00pm however, the schedule will be adjusted during the week to accommodate meetings or other stories, as well as any coverage on weekends/breaking news/elections/fundraising.
LOCATION
East Lansing, Michigan, United States
CLOSING DATE
Bidding Eligibility ends April 28, 2026 at 11:55 PM
SALARY
Salary Commensurate with Experience
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full Time (90-100%)
GROUP
Administrative Professionals - AP
OPENING ON
Apr 22 2026
CLOSING AT
May 5 2026 - 23:55 EDT
INTRODUCTION
WKAR Public Media has a rare full-time opening for a Multi-Platform News Reporter who values strong storytelling across radio, digital, and social platforms. This position focuses on covering state and local politics, with an emphasis on explaining how decisions at the State Capitol and in local governments affect communities across Mid-Michigan.
The reporter will produce daily and enterprise stories, contribute to digital and social content, and serve as a visible voice of WKAR News on platforms like Instagram. This role requires the ability to translate complex policy into clear, compelling journalism while maintaining a consistent presence across multiple platforms.
Position Summary
Primary Responsibilities
Reporting and Content Production – 40%
- Cover state and local politics, including government meetings and civic proceedings
- Pitch, report, and produce daily and in-depth stories for radio and digital platforms
- Develop enterprise reporting that explains complex policy issues in accessible ways
- Travel regularly throughout Mid-Michigan to report on location and cover assigned stories
- Adjust schedule as needed to cover public meetings and events, including evenings
- Demonstrate flexibility to respond to breaking news and take ownership of the story of the day
- Contribute to daily editorial meetings and help shape coverage priorities
Digital and Social Media Content – 25%
- Create and produce content for digital and social platforms, including Instagram
- Appear regularly on camera through video and visual storytelling
- Engage audiences through platform-specific storytelling techniques
Long-Term Planning and Project Management – 20%
- Balance daily reporting with long-term and enterprise projects
- Plan, develop, and execute in-depth stories over time
- Manage multiple deadlines and workflows across platforms
On-Air and Fill-In Hosting – 10%
- Fill in as a broadcast host as needed
- Deliver newscasts or other on-air content as assigned
Other Duties – 5%
- Assist with special projects, breaking news, and team coverage needs
- Perform other duties as assigned by the News Director or station leadership
- Assist with live fundraising for public media throughout the year
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Telecommunications, Journalism, or Broadcast Production; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in radio production, broadcast operations, rules and regulations and interviewing; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The position may require a FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator's Permit. Additional qualifications: Strong writing, reporting, and on-air skills; Experience producing content across audio, digital, and social platforms; Comfortable on camera and engaging audiences on social media; Ability to manage multiple deadlines and long-term projects; possession of a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
To be considered, please submit:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Work samples: stories/social media
WORK HOURS
Standard work hours from Monday through Friday 12:00 - 8:00pm however, the schedule will be adjusted during the week to accommodate meetings or other stories, as well as any coverage on weekends/breaking news/elections/fundraising.
LOCATION
East Lansing, Michigan, United States
CLOSING DATE
Bidding Eligibility ends April 28, 2026 at 11:55 PM
SALARY
Salary Commensurate with Experience
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full Time (90-100%)
GROUP
Administrative Professionals - AP
OPENING ON
Apr 22 2026
CLOSING AT
May 5 2026 - 23:55 EDT
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in News Reporter
Document your journalism credentials strategically
Gather bylines, broadcast reels, and awards that demonstrate specialized reporting expertise before applying. PERM requires the employer to show the role needs your specific qualifications, so a clear credential portfolio strengthens their case.
Target broadcast groups with PERM filing history
National and regional media organizations that have previously sponsored foreign workers understand the PERM recruitment advertising requirements. Smaller local outlets rarely have the legal infrastructure to navigate a multi-year permanent residency process.
Search green-card-sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Filter for News Reporter positions at employers with active PERM sponsorship history using Migrate Mate. This lets you skip cold outreach and focus on organizations already set up to sponsor foreign journalists for permanent residency.
Confirm prevailing wage before the offer stage
Your employer must pay the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your metro area and job title throughout the PERM process. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the wage level tied to your specific Reporter classification before negotiating.
Understand how PERM recruitment timelines affect your start date
Employers must complete mandatory DOL recruitment steps, including job postings and internal notices, before filing PERM. That process typically runs 60 to 90 days before the PERM application is even submitted, so plan for a longer pre-employment timeline than H-1B transfers.
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Find News Reporter JobsNews Reporter Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do News Reporter jobs typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most News Reporter positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled professionals requiring a bachelor's degree. EB-2 is available if the role requires an advanced degree or your employer can demonstrate your work serves the national interest through an NIW petition. Your specific beat, seniority level, and employer type all factor into which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for journalists?
Green card sponsorship through PERM is a permanent immigration benefit, while H-1B status is temporary and subject to lottery selection. PERM requires your employer to conduct documented recruitment before filing, adding months to the timeline. At the EB-3 level, many countries outside India and China face no meaningful backlog, making permanent residency faster than renewing H-1B status repeatedly.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a News Reporter role?
Your employer posts the position publicly for a set period, documents that no qualified U.S. worker was available, then submits a PERM application to DOL. DOL processing currently runs six months to over a year. Once certified, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. You can file for adjustment of status once your priority date becomes current, depending on your country of birth.
How can I find News Reporter jobs where the employer is willing to sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lets you filter News Reporter listings by employers with documented PERM sponsorship history, so you're only applying to organizations that have already navigated the process for foreign workers. Cold outreach to newsrooms without that history often leads to dead ends, since PERM requires significant legal and administrative investment from the employer.
Can a foreign journalist qualify for EB-2 NIW without employer sponsorship?
A self-petition under the National Interest Waiver is theoretically available if your journalism work has substantial national importance and you've received recognition in your field. USCIS applies a three-part test evaluating the merit of your work, its national scope, and whether waiving the job offer requirement serves U.S. interests. Investigative reporters with documented public impact have the strongest NIW cases.
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