News Reporter
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Job Location:
New Orleans, LA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
WDSU-TV the NBC affiliate in New Orleans Louisiana is looking for a Reporter that excels in breaking news and creates compelling live shots. We are looking for a strong take-charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. The successful candidate loves breaking news and is highly competitive. We value strong enterprise reporting and were looking for someone who finds the stories that lead newscasts. We are looking for someone is a self-starter and wants to truly be part of the community they are reporting addition to credibility poise and personality you are a reporter who isnt afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. We are looking for this markets next leader who isnt afraid to ask the tough questions and will hold those in power accountable. You are a versatile enterprising self-starter who is fast efficient works well under tight deadlines can develop sources and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the News Director.
Job Responsibilities:
- Plan gather and assemble stories on day-of news or special project assignments
- Ensure WDSU is aware of big community events to best represent the community daily
- Work with a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound
- Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details that accentuate unique enterprise angles and have exclusive content
- Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production
- Develop a network of sources who provide tips early access to information and allow the reporter to break stories of significance
- Contribute pictures video and text updates to mobile platforms consistently throughout the day
- Can juggle multiple stories and projects at once demonstrate exceptional time-management skills by meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure
- Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
Requirements:
- 2-5 years past reportingexperience
- Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover
- Your demo reel should be indicative of your everyday work
- Strong writing and storytelling skills
- Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology
- Can work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds
- Has a valid drivers license can drive large vehicles over long distances and a clear drivingrecord
- Work varied shifts including overnights and weekends
- Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
- Related military experience will be considered
Values in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds perspectives and why behind the scenes we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication ensuring that the content we create is authentic accurate and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearsts benefit programs are modern flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
- Medical Dental Vision
- 401(k) matching
- Emotional Wellness Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- LGBTQ Health Services
- Additional benefits to meet your and your familys needs
Key Skills
- Photography
- Video Editing
- Filming
- Interviewing
- AP Style
- Computer Literacy
- Research Experience
- Journalism
- Social Media Management
- Wordpress
- Video production
- Writing Skills
About Company
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous ... View more
