Reporter

Job Description

Would you like to work with a seasoned photographer every day?

WIAT CBS 42 is looking for a reporter who is eager to gather, develop, and present stories with impact to our communities each day. The chosen candidate will have a passion for developing solid contacts, researching potential story ideas, pursuing leads on big stories, and creating memorable stories.

Come join a team that believes in providing opportunities for growth – personally and professionally. News managers provide constructive feedback to help members of the news team hone their craft. At CBS 42, reporters are paired with photographers to deliver quality that is unmatched in our market.

The reporter is expected to enterprise stories, write, edit, and use creativity in presenting news stories across all platforms. We are looking for a reporter who will help us live up to our ''local coverage'' brand. Being a team player and having a community-drive mindset will be important to the person chosen to fill the position.

If you are ambitious, motivated, curious, and ready to win with our team, we want to see you as our newest Reporter!
• Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
• Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
• Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
• Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
• Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
• Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
• Produces, edits and presents reports for all platforms
• Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
• Minimum two years' experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)
• Superior on-air presence
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g38444-3-15-229-113-42 in your application.