Good Food Fellow

Position Title: Good Food Journalism Fellow

Who Are We

We are a global community that is driven by the creative spirit of Los Angeles. Through an inspiring mix of music, news, and culture, we bring joy and connection – online, in-person and on the radio. Always excellent, accessible, and often unexpected, we are a constant source of fuel for the imagination, education and good vibes. At least, that is what our members tell us.

As NPR’s flagship member station in Southern California for more than 30 years and a community service of Santa Monica College, KCRW is the next generation of public media.

How You’ll Make An Impact

KCRW’s Good Food seeks to foster future food writers through a six-month fellowship for an aspiring journalist. The program will facilitate an exchange of ideas, perspectives and experiences through original, bold reporting.

An important outcome for the program is to provide our audiences with thoughtful coverage about how food is produced in California and about food consumption in our state and beyond. The Fellow will be empowered to incorporate their interests, experiences and perspectives into their project. Reporting may include agricultural sustainability, food policy, water issues, labor practices from farm to table and the role of mass production and growing demand on our food supply.

The Good Food Fellow will report to the Chief Content Officer. The fellowship is designed as a 400-hour program over a duration of six months, with roughly 15-18 hours dedicated per week. Professional development, mentoring, skill assessment and hands-on experience will be cornerstones of the experience, as the Fellow works with KCRW’s award-winning news and culture team.

Here’s What You'll Do

• Explore the intersections of history, culture and our environment by inviting diverse audiences to reconsider what they eat, where they eat, and why it matters
• Develop, plan and execute enterprise reporting projects related to food in California that build on each other over the course of the fellowship
• Produce original audio segments, social content, newsletter essays and other digital content for Good Food
• Work with KCRW producers and editors to develop skills in pitching, sourcing, writing, audio production, social media and digital engagement
• Field reporting and production
• Uphold KCRW’s high standards for ethics and quality
  
  

Here’s What You'll Bring

• A cover letter introducing yourself, as well as your passion for food and journalism
• 2+ years of journalism experience (including student publications, internships and fellowships)
• Fluency in digital journalism and social media platforms
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively
• High-quality writing skills
• A college degree or equivalent work experience
  
  

Preferred Skill

• Audio production and desktop editing in ProTools or similar software
• Ability to report in English and Spanish
• Experience reporting or hosting on radio/podcasts
  
  

What We Offer

• Salary: $28.85/hr
• Hybrid work schedule for select positions.
• Eligible for overtime and premium working holiday pay rate
• Sick leave
• Passionate office environment surrounded by an incredible community of curious and talented colleagues
• KCRW is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - read more here to determine your eligibility
  
  

KCRW aims to be representative of Southern California, and candidates with traditionally underrepresented backgrounds and perspectives are encouraged to apply. KCRW is an equal opportunity employer and actively recruits to promote diversity in our workforce. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.