Reporter / Producer Job at National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) in Nas

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Overview

Job Title : Reporter / Producer

Job ID : 73324 | Location : Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States (Remote, with occasional travel for reporting, conferences, and events)

Employment Type : Full time

Salary : $100,000 - $127,000

Posted : 10.08.2025

Reports to : Managing Editor

Reporting to this position : None

About Tradeoffs

Tradeoffs is an award-winning nonprofit news organization helping America have smarter, more honest conversations about health policy. Our reporting connects policy to practice, uncovering data and personal stories to help audiences understand the stakes and solutions. Learn more at https : / / tradeoffs.org / about / .

Responsibilities

Track topics and trends and develop sources across the health care and health policy community
Pitch, report and produce one to two 15-25 minute podcast episodes per month
Write newsletter content and digital stories to complement podcast episodes
Collaborate with the Managing Editor and Executive Editor on story ideas, development, research and reporting

Manage reporting and production processes, including :

Booking and interviewing guests

Partnering with the Executive Editor / Host in preparing for and conducting interviews

Writing scripts and editing with Managing Editor and Executive Editor

Working with the Sound Designer to produce and polish episode audio mixes

Producing accompanying digital and newsletter content

Collaborate with Tradeoffs’ audience team to maximize reach, engagement and impact (story titling, digital presentation, episode promotion, events, partnerships, and tracking impact)

Occasional appearances on Tradeoffs’ podcast or as a guest on other media outlets

Offer peer feedback on episodes led by other reporter / producers and contribute to editorial planning

Collaborate with Tradeoffs colleagues on other projects as they arise

Qualifications

At least 7 years of experience in journalism

Knowledge and understanding of health care and health policy issues; experience in mental health, addiction, violence prevention or health equity is a plus

Preferred experience in audio journalism, audio production and / or podcasting

Demonstrated ability to report and tell stories that contextualize complex topics in clear, emotionally compelling ways

Proven track record of producing high-quality content on deadline and managing competing priorities

Experience collaborating with editors, producers and audience engagement teams

Experience developing and cultivating sources across health policy and health care

Experience tracking health topics / trends and vetting research and data

Understanding of target audiences and ability to produce impactful content across platforms

Knowledge of AP style

Adherence to journalistic ethical standards

Required Competencies

Embraces Tradeoffs’ style of intellectual rigor, emotional resonance and accessibility

Loves audio reporting and narrative podcasts

Focus on audience needs and how their engagement informs work

Detail-oriented with high standards for accuracy and integrity

Strong editorial judgment

Comfortable working in a small, remote, collaborative team

Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines

Openness to feedback and ability to take direction from multiple people

Self-motivated, creative thinker and problem solver

Strong communication skills as a listener, speaker and writer

Ability to build trusted relationships with colleagues, sources and audiences

Comfortable managing sources and editors within a rigorous editing process

Physical Requirements

Requires sitting at a desk daily for multiple hours

Repetitive motions involving wrists and hands

Occasional field reporting and travel to conferences and events

Work Environment

Remote work from home or self-selected location

Digital communication, written and verbal

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties may change or new ones may be assigned at any time.

How To Apply

Please fill out our online application via Survey Monkey. You do not need to submit a cover letter. The application asks for work experience, links to two examples of journalism, and a resume upload. After reviewing applications, we will contact candidates to schedule interviews if interested. A short work exercise may be requested as part of the selection process. Final steps may include a second interview and references, if requested.

Applications will be accepted through 11 : 45pm ET on October 19 and will be evaluated as they are received. We will contact you by email if we are interested in interviewing you. We do not conduct informational interviews for open positions.

If you experience difficulties with the application, please email jobs@tradeoffs.org.

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