Multi-Media Journalist – News Reporter

Multi-Media Journalist – News Reporter

Requirements

• BA/BS degree or equivalent degree in journalism or related field.
• Strong writing skills required.
• Journalism background and knowledge of AP style required.
• Must be self-directing, self-motivating and able to work will with a diverse group of people.
• Must be able to handle stress, including short deadlines.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be able to speak clearly (with or without corrective devices).
• Must be able to work at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work assigned shifts which include overnights, nights and weekends.
• Must be able to drive company car based on company driving policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute live, compelling television newscasts.
• Gathering exciting pictures and sound to tell compelling television news stories.
• Maintain and be responsible for station gear including a station vehicle.
• Understand the editing process and all the technical aspects of Final Cut Pro editing software.
• Received assignment and/or evaluated news leads and tips to develop story ideas.
• Gather, verify and priorities information regarding story through interviews observation and research.
• Write clear, concise stories using proper grammar and vocabulary according to newsroom style and format standards.
• Use video effectively and creatively in information gathering, storytelling and story editing; understands the principles of video editing.
• Enterprises stories; cultivates sources for news stories; consistently brings ideas to daily news meetings.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current local national and international events and issues.
• Works effectively under pressure of multiple deadlines each day; meets those deadlines.
• Processes, prioritizes and communicates information clearly and accurately in an unstructured and sometimes distracting environment such as breaking news, live interviews or adlibbing.
• Work effectively with coworkers, including but not limited to news managers, photojournalists, video editors directors, anchors, engineers and producers.
• Must be able to work independently and use solid judgment on all stories, images and sound that is used within a news story.
• Use a clear, understandable and pleasant voice; must use proper phrasing, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and emotional range.
• Works effectively from the field or in studio setting using broadcasting equipment.
• Represents the station via public appearances and speeches.
• Maintains professional appearance based on newsroom standards.
• Works long hours or odd hours to report a story; may travel for stories; may be on air for extended period of time including breaking or developing news.
• Use computer software to write and edit stories. Use computer and internet to research stories.
• Post stories to station websites and social media sites.
• Social media posting and e-blasts.
• Duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong graphics skills desired
• Strong computer skills desired