General Assignment Reporter/Weather Forecaster

Sinclair Broadcast Group•Salt Lake, UT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

KUTV is seeking an enterprising General Assignment Reporter/Weather Forecaster who has experience with forecasting and a passion for news, weather, and storytelling. This hybrid role requires a journalist who can dig for stories, research them, write with an edge, and use strong storytelling and TV production to make them impactful. Knowledge of current events, educational and political systems, with a focus on government accountability, is essential. On the weather side, the candidate should have a high interest in weather, be able to turn weather-related stories, and fill-in forecast on different shifts. The role involves explaining the 'why' and 'how' of weather beyond current radar and forecasts, understanding its impact on communities, and managing time effectively for both reporting and forecasting. Responsibilities extend to digital and social platforms, including producing stories for KUTV.COM, posting unique content to YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms. The newsroom values being a voice for the voiceless and holding those in power accountable.

Requirements

Minimum 3 Years of reporting/MMJ experience
Proven knowledge and experience working with current media creation tools
Excel in storytelling across multiple platforms
Strong writing and copy-editing skills
Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines
High energy and engaging personality
Willingness to come in off duty when severe weather threatens our area
Team player. Someone who understands it's about the team, not one individual
Knowledge of current events, educational and political systems is essential, with a focus on government accountability.
High interest in weather.
Great organization and time management skills for both roles to be able to create a pipeline of stories, and connections within the community, track and hit deadlines on time.

Nice To Haves

Previous on-air experience presenting weather is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain contacts and sources in the community to enterprise story ideas.
Identify and pitch enterprise stories that are unique and land in key topic areas.
Work closely with newsroom managers to refine pitches and story scripts.
Produce digital versions of your reports, including digital-only elements and unique content for YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook.
Work with the digital team to create a unique digital plan for each story.
Shoot and edit stories.
Maintain an active social media presence to build your brand.
Produce and present weather reports for all platforms when needed, including filling-in on newscasts.
Produce weather graphics and maps for all platforms.
Report live during weather events.
Be part of the news team ensemble where you will do non-weather things like trending topics, community events, interviews and traffic, as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.