Reporter

Hearst•Winter Park, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

WESH 2/CW18, a Hearst-owned NBC affiliate serving the Orlando-Daytona Beach-Melbourne DMA, seeks a take-charge local news reporter who can work independently, move quickly, and deliver strong reporting. The reporter will build relationships with sources, pursue breaking and enterprise news, and identify stories that can lead newscasts. The role calls for credibility, poise, personality, competitiveness, and a willingness to ask tough questions and hold people in power accountable. The successful candidate is versatile, efficient under tight deadlines, and skilled at live reporting. The reporter plans, gathers, and assembles news and special-project stories; works with photographers, producers, and news managers to develop compelling coverage with distinctive enterprise angles and exclusive content; and contributes updates to mobile platforms. The position requires juggling multiple assignments, meeting deadlines under pressure, maintaining journalistic integrity, and attending work in person. The reporter must work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends, and be able to work in all weather conditions.

Requirements

Professional or college reporting experience.
Experience with enterprise reporting and the ability to uncover details.
A demo reel that is representative of everyday work.
Ability to write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports gathered images.
Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use current technology.
Ability to work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds.
Valid driver's license, ability to drive large vehicles over long distances, and a clear driving record.
Willingness to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends.
Ability to handle the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
In-person attendance is required.

Nice To Haves

Related military experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Plan, gather, and assemble stories for day-of news and special-project assignments.
Work with a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and sound.
Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories with enterprise angles and exclusive content that go beyond surface details.
Work with producers in newscast production.
Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and opportunities to break significant stories.
Contribute pictures, video, and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
Manage multiple stories and projects while meeting deadlines under pressure.
Maintain unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.