Jobs at KAWC

KAWC Civic Engagement Reporter

Posted: June 03, 2025

First review of applications: June 30, 2025

Work location: KAWC Studios, MAC 141, AWC Campus

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Are you a storyteller driven to uncover truth and uplift local voices? KAWC, Colorado River Public Media, seeks a Civic Engagement Reporter to cover the government, industry, and civic life of Yuma and La Paz counties.

You’ll produce impactful digital and audio journalism that connects communities and drives meaningful dialogue. If you thrive on deadlines and believe in journalism as public service—we want to hear from you!
 

Job Summary

Typical Duties: 

• Serves Students by modeling the behavior and function of a professional public media journalist. Interacts with student journalists and interns working in the KAWC studios. Using independent judgment, the KAWC Civic Engagement Reporter will produce in-depth news and public affairs content focused on the city, county, state, and federal government, along with industry in Yuma and La Paz Counties. Conducts field interviews, travels to the site of news events. Writes stories, edits digital audio recordings, and voices news stories. Stories will be produced for radio broadcast, inclusion in podcasts, and digital distribution. Story topics will be pre-arranged with a supervisor. Ten or more stories must be produced each month. Main function of the position.
• Work with supervisor to provide thoughtful, clear, engaging analysis of complex issues. Balance weekly stories, enterprise stories that demonstrate regional trends, and longer-term engagement projects on subjects of particular interest to our audiences.
• Work with the supervisor to plan and execute engagement opportunities with our key audiences through social media, participation in community events, creating and appearing in video panels, and more.
• Supports station fundraising and outreach activities.
• Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
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Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree plus 2 years’ experience producing radio, television, or print news content or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in radio or television production.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required; language proficiency must be demonstrated on application materials

Salary: $41,322 - $43,801 per year, depending on experience. 

Notes:

• Yuma Campus 
• Exempt

Why Work at KAWC/AWC? At Arizona Western College and KAWC, we are committed to providing a rewarding work environment:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
• Paid holidays
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Tuition-free classes for full-time employees and dependents 
• Innovative and student-focused institution -  learn more!

Explore our complete benefits  here!

FIRST REVIEW DATE: The first review of applications date begin on June 30, 2025. Applications submitted after the first review date may not be considered for the position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.