Reporter
About The Position
WESH 2/CW18, a Hearst-Owned NBC affiliate serving the Orlando-Daytona Beach-Melbourne DMA, seeks a take-charge, self-starting reporter who can work quickly, build relationships with sources, and deliver strong breaking-news and enterprise reporting. The successful candidate will uncover stories that lead newscasts, ask tough questions, hold people in power accountable, and bring credibility, poise, personality, and strong live-reporting skills to the role. The reporter must be versatile, efficient, and comfortable working under tight deadlines. The reporter plans, gathers, and assembles stories for daily news and special projects; works with photographers and newsroom colleagues to produce compelling, original content; and contributes updates to mobile platforms. In-person attendance is required. The role involves varied shifts, including overnights and weekends, and work in all weather conditions.
Requirements
- Professional or college reporting experience.
- Experience with enterprise reporting and the ability to uncover details.
- A demo reel indicative of everyday work.
- Ability to write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports gathered images.
- Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use the latest technology.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
- Valid driver's license, ability to drive large vehicles over long distances, and a clear driving record.
- Availability to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends.
- Ability to handle the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
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 at once and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Maintain unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
- Attend work in person.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) matching.
- Emotional wellness support.
- Paid time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- LGBTQ+ health services.
- Additional benefits to meet the needs of employees and their families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
