Investigative Reporter

Hearst Communications, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

A leading media company in Birmingham, Alabama, is seeking an Investigative Reporter. This role involves creating story ideas, conducting interviews, and developing field sources. The candidate must demonstrate strong journalistic integrity and work well under pressure. Responsibilities include planning stories and coordinating with news managers. This position offers a range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching, fostering a supportive environment for diverse reporters.

Qualifications

• Experience with enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details.
• Write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports images gathered.
• Can operate mobile transmission devices.
• Write clear, compelling copy to support images gathered.

Responsibilities

• Plan, gather and assemble stories on day-of news.
• Develop a network of sources for breaking stories.
• Coordinate with management to develop enterprising stories.
• Develop and maintain a network of sources for tips and early access to information.

Skills

Enterprise reporting

Interviewing techniques

Video editing

Writing skills

Journalistic integrity

Technology operation

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Professional or college reporting experience

Job description

WVTM-TV , the NBC affiliate in Birmingham, Al is looking for a Investigative Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You will be a strong, take-charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. We value strong enterprise reporting and we’re looking for someone who finds the stories that lead newscasts. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality, you are not afraid to head out into the field, ask the tough questions and break the big stories. You will be a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills.

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

Requirements

• 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

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs