NEWS REPORTER/PRODUCER (MORNING/MIDDAY)- KCRG

FOX Carolina News • Cedar Rapids, IA

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About The Position

KCRG-TV9 is seeking a high-energy News Reporter/Producer to work with its morning and midday teams on weekdays. The role begins by covering breaking news, both locally and nationally, during the morning newscast. The employee produces the midday newscast three days a week and spends the other two days on reporting shifts, developing enterprise stories. The position offers the opportunity to grow journalism skills or explore multiple pathways in a supportive newsroom environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Journalism, Mass Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong news judgment and editorial skills.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Drive to experiment with and learn about digital and emerging platforms.
• Strong teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous professional television newsroom experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce midday newscasts by formatting and writing content for television.
• Research, write, and edit breaking and developing news items.
• Find and develop news stories about issues and events in the area.
• Present news items on camera in newscasts and social media environments.
• Reformat content for other platforms to reach wider audiences.
• Maintain high journalistic standards in line with the station’s brand and goals.
• Cover local and national breaking news during the morning newscast.
• Work reporting shifts and develop enterprise stories on two weekdays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time