Job Description
WHAM is looking for a take-charge General Assignment Reporter to help us continue to grow and empower our audiences! We are seeking a motivated, energetic, creative, and aggressive reporter who can think and perform outside the box. The ideal candidate should be able to develop story ideas and gather information for newscasts, have sound writing skills, a great work ethic, and a can-do attitude. The best person for this job will have excellent live shot skills and thrives on breaking stories
No day will look the same as a Reporter, however, the main responsibilities of the role will include:
• Being able to shoot with an HD video camera and edit video using non-linear video editing equipment under deadline pressure.
• Having the ability to conduct effective interviews and gather information.
• Reviewing material for fairness, accuracy, and balance.
• Writing stories under deadline pressure and appear on camera-both live and recorded.
• Having the ability to write stories for the station web sites in addition to posting to station social media sites like Facebook and Twitter.
• Working closely with all members of the news team including Producers, Editors, Anchors, News Directors, etc.
Additionally, this person should have
• Working knowledge of television news photography and technology.
• Two years' minimum experience preferred including prior news reporting.
• Creativity, resourcefulness, and strong organizational skills desired.
• Must be able to work well under pressure to meet strict deadlines
The ability to work well with others is a must, along with a positive can-do attitude.
• Knowledge of the geographic area is a plus.
• College degree with an emphasis in Broadcast Communications or Journalism preferred.
• A valid driver's license
• Hours: Must be available to work all shifts including early mornings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d22qk2-3-234-143-63-42 in your application.