Finger Lakes News Radio News Reporter
Finger Lakes News Radio News Reporter
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Job Description
Job Overview The person hired is responsible for gathering writing and presenting news content on air contributing to the FLX Local Medias mission to deliver timely relevant news to the community.
Key Responsibilities
Research gather and write news stories for Finger Lakes News Radio News broadcasts.
Conduct interviews with local newsmakers and community leaders
Post news stories on company website Finger Lakes Daily News dot com
Stay updated on local state and national news to ensure timely coverage of significant events.
Produce and deliver live and prerecorded news segments including breaking news and special reports.
Ensure accuracy fairness and balance in all reporting.
Work closely with the news director and other staff to develop story ideas and coverage strategies.
Use social media platforms to share news stories and engage with listeners.
Attend news events press conferences and community meetings as needed.
Edit audio clips and reports for broadcast.
Collaborate with other station departments (e.g. production sales) as required.
Qualifications
Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
Previous reporting experience preferably in radio or journalism.
Familiarity with news production software and editing tools.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
Knowledge of local issues politics and community affairs.
Familiarity with social media for news promotion.
A degree in Journalism Communications or related field preferred but not required.
Work Environment
The person hired would primarily work out of our Geneva or Auburn office with opportunities to do field reporting and live broadcasts.
We are looking for someone with flexibility for weekend and oncall work depending on news events.
Skills and Attributes
Detailoriented with strong research abilities.
Proactive selfmotivated and capable of working independently.
Teamoriented with the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
Professionalism reliability and good time management skills.
Comfortable working in a fastpaced sometimes highpressure environment.
Employment Type
Full-Time
