Senior News Reporter - Kwqc

Gray MediaDavenport, IA
Onsite

About The Position

KWQC is seeking a Senior Reporter for the Quad Cities area. This role involves covering lead stories, shooting, writing, and editing all assigned stories. The position also offers opportunities for fill-in anchoring and expanding skills on the news and digital desk. KWQC is the #1 station in the Quad Cities, known for its experienced team and commitment to keeping viewers safe and informed. The Quad Cities area is a vibrant hub on the Mississippi River, offering a high quality of life with a lively arts scene, beautiful parks, diverse dining, and a welcoming community spirit.

Requirements

  • 3 years' experience as an MMJ
  • Strong writing skills
  • Strong news judgement
  • Understanding of cameras and editing platforms
  • Strong on-camera presence
  • Self-sufficient
  • Be able to work in a team environment with reporters, anchors, and producers
  • Curiosity
  • Open to feedback

Nice To Haves

  • Journalism degree preferred
  • News of the Day awareness

Responsibilities

  • Develop and pitch your own stories
  • Shoot, write, and edit these stories on a daily basis
  • Produce longer-form, promotional stories monthly
  • Be ready to roll out the door if breaking news happens
  • Work with the digital team to come up with unique ways to reach viewers
  • Fill in anchor on our newscasts, especially when the 10 p.m. anchor is off
  • Create unique digital content
  • Anchor an 8 p.m. news update nightly on KWQC+
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