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The City Reporter

Higher Education Reporter

New York, NY · On-site

$66K - $74K/yr

About The City Reporter The Organization The City Reporter (formerly THE CITY) is New York City's award-winning nonprofit, nonpartisan local news organization. Working across all five boroughs, our ...

The City Reporter

Higher Education Reporter

New York, NY · On-site

$66K - $74K/yr

About The City Reporter The Organization The City Reporter (formerly THE CITY) is New York City's award-winning nonprofit, nonpartisan local news organization. Working across all five boroughs, our ...

Hearst

Weekend Anchor/Reporter

Westbrook, ME · On-site

Local News Anchor Reporter WMTW, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, Maine is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our ...

Hearst

Weekend Anchor/Reporter

Westbrook, ME · On-site

Local News Anchor Reporter WMTW, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, Maine is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our ...

Hearst

Weekend Anchor/Reporter

Westbrook, ME · On-site

Local News Anchor Reporter WMTW, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, Maine is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our ...

Hearst

Weekend Anchor/Reporter

Westbrook, ME · On-site

Local News Anchor Reporter WMTW, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, Maine is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our ...

Hearst

Weekend Anchor/Reporter

Westbrook, ME · On-site

Local News Anchor Reporter WMTW, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, Maine is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our ...

Hearst

Weekend Anchor/Reporter

Westbrook, ME · On-site

Local News Anchor Reporter WMTW, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, Maine is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our ...

Genesis Global Workforce Solutions

Weekend Anchor/Reporter Wisconsin Our Client is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Reporter to join their team of ambitious journalists. They're looking for the next great storyteller with a proven ability ...

Hearst

Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

WTAE-TV, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh, PA is looking for a Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In ...

Hearst

Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

WTAE-TV, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh, PA is looking for a Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In ...

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How much do weekend reporter jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend reporter in the United States is $42,378.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32,000.00 and $49,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Weekend Reporter, you need strong news judgment, writing skills, and a background in journalism or communications. Familiarity with digital content management systems, editing software, and social media tools is typically required. Exceptional time management, adaptability, and interpersonal communication skills help reporters excel in fast-paced, unpredictable news environments. These skills are essential for producing timely, accurate, and engaging coverage that meets audience expectations during high-traffic weekend periods.

What is the difference between Weekend Reporter vs Part-Time Journalist?

AspectWeekend ReporterPart-Time Journalist
CredentialsTypically requires a journalism degree or equivalent experienceSimilar credentials, often with flexible experience levels
Work EnvironmentWorks primarily on weekends, often in newsrooms or field reportingFlexible hours, may include weekends, in various media outlets
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in news organizations, local and national mediaUsed across diverse media platforms, including online and print

Weekend Reporters focus on covering news during weekends, often in a fast-paced environment, while Part-Time Journalists have flexible schedules that may include weekends but are not limited to them. Both roles require similar credentials and are used across various media outlets, but the Weekend Reporter role is more specifically tied to weekend coverage in news organizations.

What does a Weekend Reporter do?

A Weekend Reporter is a journalist who works primarily on weekends to cover breaking news, events, and stories that occur during that time. Their responsibilities often include attending events, conducting interviews, researching stories, and delivering news updates for print, broadcast, or online platforms. Weekend Reporters need to be flexible and ready to respond quickly to developing stories since news can happen at any time. They play a crucial role in ensuring continuous news coverage outside the typical weekday schedule.

What are some common challenges faced by Weekend Reporters and how can they be managed?

Weekend Reporters often face the challenge of covering breaking news with limited resources or staff, as newsrooms typically operate with smaller teams on weekends. This requires strong multitasking skills and the ability to work independently under tight deadlines. Additionally, weekend news can be unpredictable, so flexibility and quick decision-making are essential. Building good communication with editors and utilizing digital tools for remote collaboration can help manage these challenges effectively.
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Infographic showing various Weekend Reporter job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 17% Locum Tenens, 57% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,378 per year, or $20.4 per hour.
Weekend Reporter, National News Hub

Weekend Reporter, National News Hub

Warner Bros. Discovery

Hudson, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Warner Bros. Discovery rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 67 rated media

Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are...
When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.
To see what it's like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!
Your New Role...
Report, research and write everything from breaking news briefs to fully formed news features, working across both text and video to deliver multimodal storytelling.
Your Role Accountabilities...
  • Write clearly and contextually, with elevation and verve; our writing should be engaging, declarative and accessible, even during breaking news.
  • Write within a range of formats, from breaking news briefs to richly told narratives and smart explainers that help readers connect the dots.
  • Identify the most significant headlines within news developments; focus on the framing.
  • Think multimodally at the front end of story development - identifying the best format(s) to tell each story and executing accordingly.
  • Report and produce story elements in text and video, including sourcing or recording video content as part of the newsgathering process.
  • Find and develop sources while covering major stories; build source relationships over time on ongoing stories.
  • Demonstrate a sense of urgency in reporting breaking news and delivering real-time updates. Add sweep to straight news coverage.
  • Shape sharp, discrete angles and ideas to advance storylines; think about where the story is going - and help CNN's coverage get there.
  • Contribute story ideas in the daily news and continuing coverage space.
  • Monitor the competitive landscape and multiple sources for news developments.
  • Work closely with other CNN journalists on collaborative, comprehensive and contextualized news coverage.
  • Serve as a line editor if needed, providing feedback to colleagues to enhance the quality of their work.
  • May be deployed on field assignments to enhance breaking news coverage or pursue distinctive storylines, with an expectation to contribute video elements from the field when appropriate.

Qualifications & Experience...
  • Willingness to work weekends: This is a weekend role, with a schedule that will include Saturdays and Sundays.
  • Working knowledge of a wide variety of domestic news topics.
  • Experience framing news coverage for a national audience.
  • At least three years of progressively complex editorial experience in an integrated newsgathering operation.
  • Experience reporting and writing under deadline pressure.
  • Experience to work in a multimodal/multiplatform news environment.
  • Comfort with video newsgathering.
  • A college degree or equivalent industry experience.

How We Get Things Done...
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $51,520.00 - $95,680.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

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