Morning Reporter​/MMJ, WCPO

Job Overview

WCPO, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Cincinnati, Ohio, is seeking a passionate Morning Reporter/MMJ who will research, write, capture visual content and edit stories for multiple platforms. You'll be the voice for our community, bringing important local stories to life while connecting with the diverse audiences that make this region unique.

• Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
• Organize material, determine slant or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories.
• Edit, or assist in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.
• Appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration.
• Give live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.
• Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned.
• Assist news producer in preparing newscast.
• Assist online staff in preparing multimedia stories.

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred.
• Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred.
• Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems.
• Videography and non‑linear editing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment.
• Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment.
• Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills.
• Proficient at posting content to various websites.
• Self‑motivated and able to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates are an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in our employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law.

We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.