Enterprise Field Reporter — Live, In-Depth News

HEARST STATIONS INC; Leeds (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HEARST STATIONS INC is seeking a Reporter for KMBC-TV in Kansas City. The role emphasizes enterprise reporting, credible on-air presence, and strong live reporting skills.

You will find stories that headline newscasts, head into the field to ask tough questions, and break big stories with a quick, accurate delivery. You will work with a photographer or solo to produce compelling video and sound, developing sources and managing time-sensitive deadlines under pressure.

Qualifications

• Professional or college reporting experience.
• Experience with enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details.
• Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work.
• Write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports images gathered.

Responsibilities

• Plan, gather and assemble stories on day-of news or special project assignments.
• Work with or without 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, with unique enterprise angles and exclusive content.
• Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance.
• Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
• Work on different stories and projects at once and meet all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.

Skills

Enterprise reporting

Live reporting

Interviewing

Job description

HEARST STATIONS INC is seeking a Reporter for KMBC-TV in Kansas City. The role emphasizes enterprise reporting, credible on-air presence, and strong live reporting skills.

You will find stories that headline newscasts, head into the field to ask tough questions, and break big stories with a quick, accurate delivery. You will work with a photographer or solo to produce compelling video and sound, developing sources and managing time-sensitive deadlines under pressure.