Reporter , MultiMedia Journalist

Position: Reporter I, MultiMedia Journalist
Reporter I, Multi Media Journalist page is loaded## Reporter I, Multi Media Journalist locations:
NC, Raleigh time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
REQ-39716

WNCN-TV/CBS 17, the Nexstar station in Raleigh, is looking for the next Multimedia Journalist.  We are looking for someone who is self-sufficient, proactive and aggressive covering breaking news.  We want someone who can generate enterprise stories, build sources, and emerge themselves in a community. The job requires the ability to listen to and respond to police scanners, shoot, write, edit and report from the scene of breaking news and cover general assignment news in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
* Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
* Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
* Reviews copy and corrects 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 story’s 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
* Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
* 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
* Shoots and edits news events and news reports
* 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:

* Bachelor’s 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 with the ability to
* ad lib
* when required
* Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)
* Engaging on-air presence
* Proactive in responding to breaking news across the Raleigh-Durham market
* Ability to gather urgent information on-scene from witnesses and law enforcement
* Ability to shoot, write and edit using various technology
* Produce content for all platforms
* Ensure that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
* Interact with viewers/users on social media sites
* Perform special projects and other duties as assigned
* Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
* Flexibility to work any shift
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