Investigative Journalist

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

WFLA-TV, News Channel 8 is looking for a Consumer Investigative Journalist focusing on helping local Veterans. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of finding Veteran related consumer stories and helping them as per our brand 'On Your Side'. This role requires a proven track record of digital initiatives and knowledge of posting engaging content for social and all other platforms. The journalist will report news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events, arrange interviews with people who can provide information about stories, and have the ability to shoot and edit content. Additionally, the candidate should be able to host a podcast when needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events.
• Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories.
• Ability to shoot and edit content.
• Ability to host a podcast when needed.
• Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines.
• Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details.
• Determines a story’s emphasis, length, and format, and organizes material accordingly.
• Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to provide complete and accurate information.
• 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.
• Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions.
• Checks reference materials such as books, news files, or public records to obtain relevant facts.
• Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements.
• Produces 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees