Journalist jobs in Michigan

Job Description Interlochen Public Radio (IPR) is looking for a talented journalist to join our award-winning and enterprise-focused newsroom. This person will build strong connections between our work and the community we serve while covering news for broadcast and online audiences in northern Michigan, a scenic region featuring big water, lush forests and a vibrant community of smart and creative people. For the ideal candidate, this is an opportunity to do excellent reporting while also shaping the future of a beloved public radio service in a changing media landscape. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Cover general assignment news for broadcast and digital platforms., • Manage community engagement for IPR News by communicating with area residents about issues that matter to them and developing deep stories that shed light on life in our region., • Support other reporters in their community engagement efforts., • Write and compile the weekly IPR News e-mail newsletter, which has a strong following., • Routinely appear on live radio to discuss reporting and audience feedback, gathered via in-person communication, phone calls, email, SpeakPipe, the IPR app, social media and other platforms., • Share IPR's reporting across digital platforms, including social media., • Weigh in on the final presentation of stories and how they can best appear on digital platforms., • Participate in membership drives and promotional efforts to support IPR's funding initiatives., • Attend station-sponsored and community events to enhance visibility, engage with the audience, and build public trust in local journalism., • Support additional newsroom activities as directed by the news director, including breaking news coverage and special projects., • Approximately 60% of this job focuses on traditional reporting; 40% is community engagement work., • Bachelor's degree preferred., • Familiarity with professional journalism best practices, including ethical reporting standards., • Knowledge of fundamental reporting techniques and storytelling for both audio and digital platforms., • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills., • Experience working with digital publishing and social media platforms., • Experience with field recording equipment, including recorders, microphones, headphones, and related accessories., • Familiarity with digital audio editing software such as Adobe Audition and proficiency with standard word processing software., • Photography skills and experience with broadcast automation systems are a plus., • Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and thrive in a collaborative newsroom environment., • Commitment to producing accurate, engaging, original, community-focused journalism., • Must be based in or willing to work from IPR's Interlochen newsroom. Application Materials Required: • Resume, • Cover Letter

Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? Look no further! The Borgen Project is an international organization that works at the political level to improve living conditions for people impacted by war, famine and poverty. With 20 years of experience in the advocacy space, The Borgen Project has worked to support the passage of numerous bills that have benefitted close to 500 million people in developing countries. Writer/Journalist Internship: The role is focused on content creation for BORGEN Magazine or The Borgen Project Blog. This is a part-time 12-hours per week, 12 week, unpaid remote internship. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the program in fewer weeks. . Responsibilities will include: Article writing. Researching topics. Assisting with The Borgen Project's advocacy efforts. Assisting with fundraising. Create a personal fundraising campaign and meet targets. Experience: No prior experience is necessary, we’re looking for people who are passionate about fighting poverty and righting wrongs, regardless of your GPAs/background. Details: This is an unpaid internship, although college credit is available. Start Date: New programs begin every month, you choose the month you wish to start.

Interlochen Center for the Arts is seeking a Community Engagement Reporter to join Interlochen Public Radio. This talented journalist will cover news for our broadcast and online audiences while managing community engagement in northern Michigan. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in journalism, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to serving the community through engaging stories and reporting. #J-18808-Ljbffr