Reporter Jobs in Michigan

A Reporter in the broadcasting industry plays a pivotal role in gathering, investigating, and presenting news and current affairs content to the public. They cover a wide range of subjects including politics, economics, culture, and sports. They conduct interviews, attend events, write news stories, and provide live coverage when required. They often work with a team, including camera operators and editors, to produce high-quality content for television, radio, and the internet. Their work is essential for keeping the public informed about local, national, and international affairs.

To be a successful Reporter, one needs outstanding verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, good interpersonal skills, and a good sense of ethics and integrity. Familiarity with various media production technology and software is also beneficial. A bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field is typically required. Additional certifications like a Certified Journalism Teacher (CJT), Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM), or Certified Radio Operator (CRO) can provide an edge in this competitive field. Ideally, before becoming a Reporter, an individual may have roles such as a News Assistant, Research Assistant, or Junior Journalist to gain practical experience and knowledge in the field.

1-14 of 14 Jobs
WDIV

Full-Time Reporter

  • WDIV
  • Detroit, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • WDIV
  • Detroit, MI
  • 7 days ago

A valid driver's license with a record acceptable to the company, facilitating travel to various locations for news gathering....

Education Reporter

  • Lansing, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 1 day ago

We need a reporter who isn’t afraid to ask the hard questions and doesn’t settle for limits set by school districts’ PIOs....

Photojournalist

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 6 days ago

At WOOD-TV, were successful because of the people we hire. The News Photographer operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports. This individual operates TVUs for...

Regional Reporter, Interlochen

  • Interlochen, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Interlochen, MI
  • 6 days ago

journalism Impeccable news judgment and ethics Excellent writing and editing skills Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines Ability to work collaboratively with...

General Assignment Reporter

  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 7 days ago

This reporter should demonstrate skill at storytelling across platforms....

Stateside Reporter

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 18 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 18 days ago

Job Summary: Stateside is Michigan Public's flagship daily news magazine. It's a smart, engaging, and ever-curious program that brings the voices, ideas, and issues of Michigan to life. Stateside...

Statewide Political Reporter

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 21 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 21 days ago

Statewide Political Reporter: WWMT has an exciting opportunity for a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) who would be our statewide political reporter....

Senior Environment Reporter

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 26 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 26 days ago

Job Summary: Michigan Public is looking for an ambitious, audience-savvy Senior Environment Reporter to lead our multiplatform coverage of Michigan's environmental issues....

Senior Environment Reporter University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 27 days ago

Collaborative spirit and a desire to mentor or support other reporters. Benefits Michigan Public is a service of the University of Michigan....

Senior Environmental Reporter University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 28 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 28 days ago

Collaborative spirit and a desire to mentor or support other reporters. Benefits Michigan Public is a service of the University of Michigan....

Morning Show Reporter

  • Lansing, MI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 45+ days ago

The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers...

WWJ Morning Reporter

  • Southfield, MI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 60+ days ago

Audacy operates one of the countrys two scaled radio broadcasting groups with leading positions across the countrys largest markets, as well as one of the countrys largest podcast networks and the Audacy...

City Reporter

  • Midland, MI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Midland, MI
  • 60+ days ago

Midland Daily News is seeking a highly motivated City Reporter to cover local government, state government and community news in Midland, Bay City, and the surrounding area....

News Reporter/Producer

  • Lansing, MI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 90+ days ago

The News Reporter/Producer will play a key role on our team by creating fresh local content for our website. This is a rare opportunity for a position with Lansings leading news outlet....

Demographic Data for Michigan

Moving to Michigan? Find some basic demographic data about Michigan below.


Local
National
10,077,306
222,152

Reporter Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireBroadcasting curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Emergency Media Training: How to Face a Reporter
Do you know that the scariest thing for most people in a media interview is a camera? You will be taught the best practices to stay confident and use a teleprompter to read your messages during an...
Journalism -TV Reporters, News Anchors Look Great on TV
Journalism for Broadcast. Imagine appearing on a network newscast as a reporter or anchor and you look as confident, poised and articulate as any childhood idol you grew up watching. Wouldn't it...
Emergency Media Training: You Can Face a Reporter In 2 Hours
Emergency Media Training: Facing a Reporter Within 2 Hours This course will quickly teach you how to look your best on camera, prepare a message, develop a strategy for answering questions and...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for Reporter Jobs in Michigan

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBroadcasting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Reporters in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.5%
Master's Degree
16.5%
Associate's Degree
5.6%
High School or GED
4.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.3%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills