General Assignment Reporter

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group in Columbus, Ohio is searching for an innovative General Assignment Reporter to create and deliver impactful stories across various platforms. The ideal candidate must possess excellent storytelling skills, have at least 3 years of reporting experience, and thrive under pressure. Responsibilities include crafting newscasts, engaging with the community, and collaborating with the news team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about journalism in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge and experience working with current media creation tools.
• 3 years of experience as a reporter.
• Must be able to work well under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Create, shoot, write, and edit meaningful stories for the station’s newscast.
• Provide news on-air as directed from the news management team.
• Engage with local community members.

Skills

Storytelling across multiple platforms

Strong writing and copy-editing

Experience with media creation tools

Working well under pressure

Job description

WSYX/WTTE is on the hunt for a powerhouse General Assignment Reporter—a relentless storyteller with the drive to inform, inspire, and elevate our community. If you’re the kind of journalist who chases leads, thinks creatively on the fly, and thrives in fast-moving news environments, we want to hear from you.

We’re looking for a motivated, energetic, and innovative reporter who’s not afraid to push boundaries and deliver compelling content across platforms. The ideal candidate brings sharp news judgment, standout writing abilities, and a passion for breaking stories. Strong live-shot skills and a fearless, curious mindset are musts.

Responsibilities

• Create, shoot, write, and edit meaningful stories for the station’s newscast that can be used across multiple platforms.
• Provide news on-air as directed from the news management team.
• Engage with local community members.
• Review material for fairness, accuracy, and balance.
• Work closely with all members of the news team, which would include Producers, Editors, Anchors, News Directors, etc.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge and experience working with current media creation tools and contemporary newsroom systems.
• Excel in storytelling across multiple platforms.
• Strong writing and copy‑editing skills are a must.
• 3 years of experience as a Reporter.
• Must be able to work well under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY

Sinclair is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.