Investigative Reporter/Anchor - WFOX TV

Cox Media Group•Jacksonville, FL

53d•Onsite

About The Position

WFOX TV Jacksonville is looking for an Investigative Reporter/Anchor who lives to expose wrongdoing, corruption, and hold the powerful accountable through unbiased reporting. This individual has a track record of producing impactful in-depth or investigative stories. They should also be hungry to use new technology to present stories and should be adept at using social media to gather and break stories. They will also engage with viewers on social media daily and create digital content daily. About Cox Media Group CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com CMG is a special place. Here, we rely on our winning mindset and deep expertise to find creative solutions, think differently, and work together to positively impact the people and communities we serve. It's where we connect and inspire diverse audiences every day and everywhere with our unmatched content, products, services and people. At CMG, we take pride in our collaborative and open environment, where everyone feels valued, seen and heard. Our shared commitment to living our company's core Values - Teamwork, Diversity, Integrity, Quality and Fiscal Responsibility - propels us every day, in everything we do. We encourage you to explore #LifeAtCMG, where you can bring your best, authentic self to work, think boldly and make a difference. If you are currently a CMG employee, please log into THRIVE to access our internal career center.

Requirements

3 years' experience as a Reporter required
Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Multimedia Journalist is a plus
B.A Degree in Journalism, Communications, or other discipline preferred

Responsibilities

Handle daily, mid-range and long-term investigations
Work both independently and collaboratively
Understands public records requests and can dig through databases to find the story
Write news stories that are clear, accurate and unbiased
Ability to narrate, ad-lib and add value to live breaking news and severe weather coverage.
Ability to cover live events for all platforms, including live breaking news and station initiatives
Thorough understanding of social media and demonstrated ability to move audience between all platforms.
Curiosity that drives an understanding of current events
Demonstrate consistently high proficiency with the necessary technical, writing, and presentation skills for television broadcasts.
Strong writing and editorial skills required