Reporter / Multi-Media Journalist

Job Description

Reporter/MMJCBS3/KYW-TV and CW Philly 57, the CBS-owned and operated television stations in Philadelphia, has an opening for on-air Reporter/Multi-Media Journalist.

Preferred candidates will have a dynamic on-air presentation along with extensive anchoring and reporting experience, outstanding writing, and verbal communications skills, possess a comprehensive understanding of television news production and be able to handle live breaking news both in the studio, in the field on our linear broadcast as well as the streaming channel. Candidates must be adept in interviewing and have impeccable news judgment!

Anchor/Reporter will be required to contribute special reports and be actively engaged with social media. Must be willing to attend station events and make appearances as needed.

The ideal candidate will be a highly energetic newsroom leader and be able to work effectively with others in a fast paced team environment.
• BA or BS in Journalism, Communications, or a related field
• A minimum of 3 years of television anchor/reporter experience in medium/large market
• Excellent writing skills
• Ability to ad-lib easily in various types of situations
• Strong live reporting skills
• Ability to handle working under the pressure of intense deadlines
• Proven ability to present scripts with clarity and energy
• Proven record of meeting deadlines and developing contacts
• Proven record of contributing story ideas
• Knowledge of the Philadelphia area and area news, events, government, and communities
• Proficient in a wide variety of subjects to include local, state, and national affairs.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to work with a variety of computer applications for news as well as MS Applications
• Bi-lingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gmqvjv-18-118-104-28-42 in your application.