Lead Reporter & Storytelling Mentor

ION Media Networks, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Retirement savings plan with company 4

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

WMAR, the ABC affiliate of The E.W. Scripps Company in Baltimore, MD, seeks an Executive Reporter to lead storytelling and inspire the next generation of journalists.

You will mentor reporters and MMJs, shape content across platforms, and maintain newsroom standards. This role requires strong editorial judgment, curiosity about the community, and the ability to guide multi-platform coverage, including breaking news when needed.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in related discipline preferred, or equivalent years of experience.
• Generally, 7+ years of experience in related field preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in storytelling.
• Knowledge and demonstration of editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws.
• Curiosity for the community, city, state and world we report on daily.
• Deep understanding of the content strategy.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, early morning, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and enhance the storytelling skill and abilities of all reporters and MMJs in the station.
• Collaborate with other newsroom leaders to consistently execute the content strategy through authentic, meaningful storytelling.
• Oversee the writing of stories for all platforms; provide timely feedback to foster continuous improvement.
• Develop and supervise effective workflow strategies and procedures for multiple news programs and outlets.
• Ensure that all content adheres to journalistic standards and ethical guidelines.
• Deliver a vision and create trust among reporters, photographers and newsroom staff.
• May provide on-air, multi-platform coverage for breaking news as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Storytelling

Editorial judgment

Libel laws

Community curiosity

Content strategy

Flexible shifts

Education

BS/BA preferred

Job description

WMAR, the ABC affiliate of The E.W. Scripps Company in Baltimore, MD, seeks an Executive Reporter to lead storytelling and inspire the next generation of journalists.

You will mentor reporters and MMJs, shape content across platforms, and maintain newsroom standards. This role requires strong editorial judgment, curiosity about the community, and the ability to guide multi-platform coverage, including breaking news when needed.