Investigative Journalist
Investigative Journalist
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03-10-2025
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Job Description
WFLA-TV News Channel 8 is looking for a Consumer Investigative Journalist focusing on helping local Veterans.
- Proven track record of finding Veteran related consumer stories and helping them as per our brand On Your Side
- Proven track record of digital initiatives and knowledge of posting engaging content for social and all other platforms
- Reports news stories for broadcast describing the background and details of events
- Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
- Ability to shoot and edit
- Ability to host a podcast when needed
- Reviews copy and will correct errors in content grammar and punctuation following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
- Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
- Determines a storys emphasis length and format and organizes material accordingly.
- Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
- Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
- Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
- Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
- Checks reference materials such as books news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
- Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
- Produces and presents reports for all platforms
- Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
- Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
- Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
- Bachelors degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written
- Minimum two years experience in news reporting
- Superior on-air presence
- Proficiency with computers telephones copiers scanners fax machines and other office equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Valid drivers license with a good driving record
- Flexibility to work any shift
Employment Type
Full-Time
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