News Anchor/Reporter II

University of Wyoming MBA

Environmental Reporter at Wyoming Public Media covering environmental issues in multiple formats like radio, print, and video. Based in Laramie, WY, focusing on both local and national topics.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeLaramie • Wyoming • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $51,504 - $55,004 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research and report on environmental issues that are pertinent to Wyoming and reflect its role and involvement in state, national, and global arenas. Monitor and report on implication of natural resources/energy on the economy and livability issues in Wyoming. Create news reports, features, and research that can be accessed across multiple platforms including radio online (including video), and print Meet national criteria in terms of quality and quantity.
Coordinating with the News Managing Editor, contribute to WPM’s natural resources/energy online/digital activity, ensuring that content is posted with audio, graphics, interpretive charts and video. Write material for articles, and coordinate with publication editors.
Moderate chats and related social media and in-person activities that support the network’s outreach role in environmental reporting, focusing on natural resources, energy, and their effects on Wyoming. Organize and lead discussions and forums in conjunction with senior news staff.
Collaborate with state and national entities to submit content across multiple platforms and ensure that Wyoming’s stories are disseminated nationally and globally.
Provide general reporting as needed; anchor network news, as assigned.
Engage in podcast activity related to wildlife, animals, and American National Park activity as assigned. Bring both creative and production skills to the WPM podcast initiatives.
Participate in management meetings; track activity for reports to granting funders, contribute to creating persuasive grant applications focusing on natural resources and energy.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental-related field
Three years experience in environmental, broadcast or writing disciplines.
Valid driver's license
Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

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Hard Skills & Tools

reportingwritingcontent creationpodcast productiondata analysisresearcheditingaudio productiongraphic designsocial media moderation

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationleadershiporganizationcreativitypersuasionpublic speakingoutreachcoordinationdiscussion facilitation

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental-related fieldvalid driver's license