Investigative Reporter/Multimedia Journalist

NAB Leadership Foundation; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa's News Now in Cedar Rapids is seeking an Investigative Reporter/MMJ who can dig into stories and produce 2 to 3 pieces per week. You will report, shoot and edit news stories, develop contacts, and pitch enterprise ideas in close collaboration with the news director.

Candidates should have 2–3 years of reporting experience, strong NPPA-style storytelling, and solid technical skills; live shots experience is a plus, and a valid driver's license with a good driving record is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–3 years reporting experience required.
• Experience with live shots is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reporting, shooting and editing news stories.
• Enterprising story ideas and developing contacts.
• Collaborate closely with the news director on assignments.

Skills

News judgment

NPPA style storytelling

Technical skills

Independent worker

Driver's license

Job description

Iowa's News Now is looking for an Investigative Reporter/MMJ. We are looking for someone who can dig deeper into stories turning 2 to 3 pieces a week. This position requires close communication with the news director. Your responsibilities will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills and Experience:

• Sharp news judgment
• The ability to tell an NPPA style story
• Excellent technical skills
• The ability to work well independently
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record

Requirements and Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2-3 years reporting experience is required
• Experience with live shots is a plus

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.