Investigative News Reporter - Multi-Platform Coverage

Gray Media; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUE in New Orleans is seeking an experienced, aggressive news reporter. The candidate must be able to work in a highly functioning, talented newsroom. We want a self-starting journalist with an investigative mindset and strong writing for broadcast and multi-platform content.

Reporter will handle live shots, multiple daily stories, breaking news, severe weather coverage, and must excel on FOX 8's multimedia platforms under tight deadlines. ENPS knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as a television reporter in a top 125 market.
• BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background.
• Flexible work hours; mornings, afternoons, evenings, holidays and weekends.
• Must be willing to work in New Orleans, LA.
• Strong writing for broadcast and multi-platform content.

Responsibilities

• Live shots, writing and posting multiple stories daily for broadcast and FOX 8's multimedia platforms under tight deadlines.
• Manage breaking news and severe weather coverage with sound split-second decisions on live air.
• Post to the web, engage on social media, and gather user-generated content.
• Knowledge of ENPS is preferred.

Skills

Live reporting

Investigative mindset

Strong writing

Multiplatform content

Social media

Education

BS/BA in Journalism/Communications

Tools

ENPS

Job description

WVUE in New Orleans is seeking an experienced, aggressive news reporter. The candidate must be able to work in a highly functioning, talented newsroom. We want a self-starting journalist with an investigative mindset and strong writing for broadcast and multi-platform content.

Reporter will handle live shots, multiple daily stories, breaking news, severe weather coverage, and must excel on FOX 8's multimedia platforms under tight deadlines. ENPS knowledge is a plus.