Enterprise Live News Reporter

WJCL HEARST TELEVISION LLC; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Wellness support

LGBTQ+ health services

Job summary

WJCL-TV, the ABC affiliate in Savannah, Georgia, is seeking a Local News Reporter who can generate story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and deliver compelling live shots. You will be a strong, take-charge reporter who hits the ground running and contributes enterprise reporting that leads newscasts.

You must be versatile, ethical, and able to work under tight deadlines with solid live reporting skills and the ability to manage multiple stories.

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
• Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology
• Can work in all weather conditions
• Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
• Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record
• 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
• In-person attendance is required

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, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have 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 meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.
• Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Skills

Enterprise reporting

Live reporting

Interviewing

Deadline-driven

Story development

Education

College degree in journalism

Tools

Video editing

Mobile reporting devices

Job description

WJCL-TV, the ABC affiliate in Savannah, Georgia, is seeking a Local News Reporter who can generate story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and deliver compelling live shots. You will be a strong, take-charge reporter who hits the ground running and contributes enterprise reporting that leads newscasts.

You must be versatile, ethical, and able to work under tight deadlines with solid live reporting skills and the ability to manage multiple stories.