Multi-Skilled Journalist/Reporter

Paramount•Boston, MA

About The Position

WBZ-TV in Boston is seeking a creative, energetic, and experienced Reporter/Multi-Skilled Journalist for TV and all digital platforms. We want someone who brings creative story ideas to the table, cultivates sources, owns social media, is passionate about local news, and can connect with our audiences. Candidates must be able to shoot and edit high-quality videos to tell appealing stories to our broadcast and streaming audiences and users on our vibrant digital platforms.

Requirements

5+ years reporting experience at a news organization with proven experience in the field, managing story development.
Proven experience shooting and editing with small or mid-sized professional video cameras used in multi-skilled reporting.
Knowledge of social media and how to use it to promote to broadcast, streaming and the web; experience writing for the web required.
Must have a valid drivers license
Must be willing to join SAG/AFTRA Union.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or a similar field preferred.
Knowledge of iNews rundown systems and Avid Media Composer editing preferred.

Responsibilities

Shoot, write, edit & report news stories for WBZ-TV. Will turn content, front multiple live shots, write copy for the station website and use all social media to promote their assignments.
Perform high-energy, engaging live shots as assigned.
Consistently develop and implement enterprise stories.
Regularly supply news content to the station’s social media and digital platforms
Maintain an unequivocal dedication to accuracy, fairness, and ethics.
Ensure meeting all daily production deadlines.
Strong writing and reporting skills; proven ability to react to breaking news situations
Skilled interviewer & creative storyteller and writer.
Key collaborator with a team of managers.
Other duties, as assigned.