WTAJ is searching for a full-timeDigital Reporterto join the WTAJ news team in our office in Johnstown Pennsylvania (on-site). We want someone whos a skilled writer knows how to craft attention-grabbing headlines and understands that strong journalism and smart digital execution are not separate skillsbut the same job. This is an opportunity to do meaningful work in a newsroom investing in its digital future.
WTAJ is a digitalfirst local newsroom that cares deeply about the communities we this role you will help shape what our audience reads watches and engages with every day on web mobile social broadcast and streaming platforms.
The digital reporter will be able to reach out to contacts source the web and find information on social media to build stories across multiple websites including WTAJ and our streaming app WTAJ. The ability to take photos and create videos is a plus. A strong knowledge of social media platforms is expected.
Position Responsibilities
Report news quickly and accurately
Be able to craft original content that stands out from the competition
Understand types of stories that drive audience engagement
Produce visual content for on air online our mobile app and our streaming channel
Utilize social media for reporting and content promotion
Act as a digital steward of the WTAJ brand ensuring all content meets high standards for clarity accuracy and credibility
Skill/Experience Requirements
Knowledge of AP style
Comfortable setting up and executing interviews with local sources
Ability to be fast and first at breaking news on the digital platforms
Able to deliver multiple stories on the web each day on a wide range of topics
Proficiency in Adobe Premiere and Photoshop experience is a plus
Bachelors degree in journalism communications or a related field
Why WTAJ and Central PA
Johnstown is a historic city rooted in its industrial background but always looking to forge new paths in education aviation medicine and other innovative fields. Theres plenty of news to tell here! And theres plenty to do in central PA including outdoor activities family entertainment college sports minor league baseball and of course Groundhog Day! Were also a short road trip to major cities like Pittsburgh Washington D.C. and Philadelphia.
WTAJ is searching for a full-timeDigital Reporterto join the WTAJ news team in our office in Johnstown Pennsylvania (on-site). We want someone whos a skilled writer knows how to craft attention-grabbing headlines and understands that strong journalism and smart digital execution are not separate ski...
WTAJ is searching for a full-timeDigital Reporterto join the WTAJ news team in our office in Johnstown Pennsylvania (on-site). We want someone whos a skilled writer knows how to craft attention-grabbing headlines and understands that strong journalism and smart digital execution are not separate skillsbut the same job. This is an opportunity to do meaningful work in a newsroom investing in its digital future.
WTAJ is a digitalfirst local newsroom that cares deeply about the communities we this role you will help shape what our audience reads watches and engages with every day on web mobile social broadcast and streaming platforms.
The digital reporter will be able to reach out to contacts source the web and find information on social media to build stories across multiple websites including WTAJ and our streaming app WTAJ. The ability to take photos and create videos is a plus. A strong knowledge of social media platforms is expected.
Position Responsibilities
Report news quickly and accurately
Be able to craft original content that stands out from the competition
Understand types of stories that drive audience engagement
Produce visual content for on air online our mobile app and our streaming channel
Utilize social media for reporting and content promotion
Act as a digital steward of the WTAJ brand ensuring all content meets high standards for clarity accuracy and credibility
Skill/Experience Requirements
Knowledge of AP style
Comfortable setting up and executing interviews with local sources
Ability to be fast and first at breaking news on the digital platforms
Able to deliver multiple stories on the web each day on a wide range of topics
Proficiency in Adobe Premiere and Photoshop experience is a plus
Bachelors degree in journalism communications or a related field
Why WTAJ and Central PA
Johnstown is a historic city rooted in its industrial background but always looking to forge new paths in education aviation medicine and other innovative fields. Theres plenty of news to tell here! And theres plenty to do in central PA including outdoor activities family entertainment college sports minor league baseball and of course Groundhog Day! Were also a short road trip to major cities like Pittsburgh Washington D.C. and Philadelphia.
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