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WLUK/WCWF is looking for a reporter for our market-leading morning show Good Day Wisconsin. You must be an excellent storyteller on broadcast and digital platforms! If you are a morning person with a great personality and strong storytelling skills, then this is a great opportunity for you. We want someone who has the energy and creativity to do compelling live shots and craft strong social media content. This person will report live two weekday mornings and two weekend mornings each week with one day of general assignment dayside reporting. You will work with an experienced team who will help you grow.
Job Skills and Experience:
- Must be a strong writer
- Sharp wit
- The ability to work well with others.
- A self-starter who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis
- Able to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
- Exemplary communication skills
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Previous reporting experience is preferred
- Considerable live shot experience is preferred
- Previous experience working in a team environment is a must
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
WLUK/WCWF is looking for a reporter for our market-leading morning show Good Day Wisconsin. You must be an excellent storyteller on broadcast and digital platforms! If you are a morning person with a great personality and strong storytelling skills, then this is a great opportunity for you. We want someone who has the energy and creativity to do compelling live shots and craft strong social media content. This person will report live two weekday mornings and two weekend mornings each week with one day of general assignment dayside reporting. You will work with an experienced team who will help you grow.
Job Skills and Experience:
- Must be a strong writer
- Sharp wit
- The ability to work well with others.
- A self-starter who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis
- Able to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
- Exemplary communication skills
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Previous reporting experience is preferred
- Considerable live shot experience is preferred
- Previous experience working in a team environment is a must
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Food & Beverage
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in news reporter jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
- Strong AP Style writing and editing proficiency
- Experience with content management systems such as WordPress or Arc Publishing
- Demonstrated ability to report, write, and publish under tight deadlines
- Proficiency in audio, photo, or video production for digital platforms
- Active social media presence and understanding of audience engagement metrics
Tips for Your News Reporter Job Search
Tailor your clips to each beat
Hiring editors look at your published work before your resume. Pull three to five clips that match the beat you're applying for, whether that's local government, crime, or business, and list them at the top of your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists news reporter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify your digital output concretely
Newsrooms want reporters who understand audience metrics. Note specific story performance data on your resume, such as page views, social shares, or SEO rankings, to show you can produce work that reaches readers beyond print.
Research the outlet before your interview
Read or watch at least a week of recent coverage before your interview. Editors test whether you know the outlet's tone, coverage gaps, and audience, so come ready to pitch two or three story ideas that fit their existing voice.
Build a multimedia portfolio alongside text clips
Most newsrooms now expect reporters to shoot photos, record audio, or edit short video. Add at least one multimedia piece to your portfolio even if it's self-produced, because a text-only clip file signals limited versatility to digital editors.
Follow up with a story pitch, not just a thank you
After your interview, send a brief follow-up that includes one fresh story idea relevant to the outlet's coverage. It demonstrates initiative and keeps your name attached to editorial thinking rather than just the hiring process.
News Reporter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most news reporters?
The companies hiring the most news reporters right now include Sinclair Broadcast, GRAY MEDIA, and The Hearst Corporation, with the largest share of openings in New York, Michigan, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings are distributed across local television stations, regional newspapers, and national digital outlets.
How many news reporter jobs are remote?
About 67% of news reporter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a shift driven largely by digital and newsletter-focused outlets. Beats that rely on on-site access, such as courts, city hall, or breaking news, remain almost entirely in-person, while data journalism and feature writing roles are most likely to offer remote flexibility.
How do you become a news reporter?
Start by earning a degree in journalism or communications, then build a clip file through campus newspapers, local outlets, or freelance pitches. Intern at a newsroom to learn deadline workflows and source development. Apply to entry-level roles at community papers, local television stations, or digital outlets, and use each assignment to develop a specialization that makes your work distinct.
Can you get hired as a news reporter with little or no experience?
Yes, many community newspapers, hyperlocal digital outlets, and nonprofit newsrooms hire reporters with limited professional experience if you have strong writing samples. Self-published clips from a blog, campus paper, or local newsletter count. Pitching and landing a freelance story at a regional outlet before you apply full-time also demonstrates initiative that entry-level editors reward.
What does the news reporter interview process look like?
Most newsrooms begin with a phone or video screening focused on your beat knowledge and clips, followed by an in-person or second-round interview with an editor or hiring panel. Many outlets assign a timed writing test or ask you to pitch stories on the spot. Some broadcast positions require an on-camera audition or a review of recent packages before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to news reporter jobs?
You can find and apply to news reporter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from newsrooms across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your beat, experience level, and preferred format, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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