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Hearst Newspapers

KMBC News Intern

Kansas City, MO · On-site

The veteran journalists leading the way at KMBC 9 News will give interns a chance to try their hand in the following aspects of the news operation. REPORT & PHOTOGRAPHY * Work with reporters and ...

Hearst Newspapers

KMBC News Intern

Kansas City, MO · On-site

The veteran journalists leading the way at KMBC 9 News will give interns a chance to try their hand in the following aspects of the news operation. REPORT & PHOTOGRAPHY * Work with reporters and ...

Hearst Television

KMBC News Intern

Kansas City, MO · On-site

The veteran journalists leading the way at KMBC 9 News will give interns a chance to try their hand in the following aspects of the news operation. REPORT & PHOTOGRAPHY * Work with reporters and ...

GRAY TELEVISION

NEWS DIRECTOR - KOSA

Odessa, TX

First Alert 7 / KOSA-TV is the top-rated, long-time news leader in West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. Based in Midland/Odessa, we pride ourselves on being the dominant player in a highly ...

Gray Television

NEWS DIRECTOR - KOSA

Odessa, TX · On-site

First Alert 7 / KOSA-TV is the top-rated, long-time news leader in West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. Based in Midland/Odessa, we pride ourselves on being the dominant player in a highly ...

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As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for news leader in the United States is $25.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a News Leader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a News Leader, you need a solid background in journalism, editorial decision-making, and media ethics, often supported by a degree in journalism or communications and significant newsroom experience. Familiarity with content management systems, analytics tools, and multimedia production platforms is typically required. Strong leadership, effective communication, and the ability to manage teams under tight deadlines are essential soft skills. These competencies are crucial for guiding news coverage, ensuring journalistic integrity, and maintaining a dynamic and responsive newsroom.

How does a News Leader typically collaborate with reporters and editors to shape news coverage?

A News Leader plays a pivotal role in guiding reporters and editors by setting editorial priorities, coordinating coverage plans, and ensuring journalistic standards are met. They often lead daily or weekly editorial meetings to discuss story ideas, assign tasks, and provide feedback on coverage angles. Collaboration involves frequent communication, mentoring team members, and troubleshooting challenges, such as breaking news or resource constraints. This teamwork helps maintain a cohesive newsroom environment and produces high-quality, timely news content.

What are News Leaders?

News Leaders are professionals responsible for overseeing newsrooms, guiding editorial direction, and ensuring journalistic standards are upheld. They manage teams of reporters and editors, make decisions about which stories to cover, and often serve as the public face of a news organization. News Leaders play a crucial role in shaping the news agenda, maintaining ethical standards, and adapting to the evolving media landscape. Their leadership helps ensure that news coverage remains accurate, fair, and relevant to the audience.

What is the difference between News Leader vs News Reporter?

AspectNews LeaderNews Reporter
CredentialsJournalism degree, reporting certificationsJournalism degree, reporting certifications
Work EnvironmentEditorial teams, newsroomField reporting, newsroom
Industry UsageEditorial leadership, content planningGathering news, writing stories

The News Leader typically oversees content and manages editorial teams, focusing on content strategy. In contrast, a News Reporter primarily gathers news and writes stories. Both roles require journalism credentials and work within the newsroom environment, but their responsibilities differ significantly in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various News Leader job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,524 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

KMBC News Intern

Hearst Newspapers

Kansas City, MO • On-site

Part-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

The KMBC 9 / KCWE 29 Internship Program is a paid, rigorous and highly competitive hands-on experience that provides individuals the opportunity to learn about the operations of a broadcast television station. As a news intern, you are part of the team that is "Kansas City's News Leader".  For every person you see on camera, there are many more with exciting responsibilities in the KMBC 9 Newsroom.  You'll gain experience writing, editing, producing, and reporting the news. The veteran journalists leading the way at KMBC 9 News will give interns a chance to try their hand in the following aspects of the news operation.

REPORT & PHOTOGRAPHY

  • Work with reporters and photographers to develop, shoot, write and edit stories for broadcast.

  • Shoot standups, write and produce stories for demo-reels.

  • Receive feedback from Anchors, reporters, photographers, and managers on your work.

  • Work on the fast-paced assignment desk finding breaking news and other stories.

PRODUCING

  • Learn how producers create shows that are compelling, creative, and valuable to the viewer.

  • Practice creating effective teases that hold the audience's attention.

  • Participate in editorial and planning meetings.

  • Observe live production of newscasts from the control room.

FIRST ALERT WEATHER

  • Learn the tools and techniques used to create informative forecasts.

  • Possibly participate in any severe weather coverage.

  • Practice forecasting using state of the art tools and chroma key.

  • Help meteorologists put together broadcasts.

DIGITAL MEDIA

  • Work with producers on Kansas City's top digital and social platforms.

  • Learn how digital content is created and delivered.

  • Create content that could appear on KMBC.COM and other digital platforms.

You will also have the chance to participate in a KMBC "Intern newscast". Whether you want to produce, anchor, report or forecast, the "Intern newscast" is your chance to work with other interns to create a newscast you can use to build your demo-reel.

Your first day at the station is set aside for orientation which Must be attended.  Plan to work three days a week, eight hours each shift with varying schedules. During your internship you should always check in with your assigned advisor upon entering the building. 

Securing housing and transportation during the internship are the responsibility of the intern.  KMBC 9 / KCWE 29 cannot offer support in this area.

Internship Program Dates

Spring 2026 Session

Session: *Feb. 9 - May 10, 2026

Summer 2026 Session

Session: *May 18 - Aug. 16, 2026

Fall 2026 Session

Session: *Sept. 14 - Dec. 13, 2026

*Dates are subject to change

Please provide a cover letter with your application. The cover letter should include:

  • Preferred Session: Spring, Summer, or Fall

  • Available start and end dates

  • Days and hours available to intern

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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