Morning News Senior Reporter — Central Coast

The E.W. Scripps Company in; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental and vision

Retirement savings plan with company 2

Disability and life insurance

AD&D, ID protection

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The E.W. Scripps Company is seeking a Senior Reporter for KSBY to lead morning coverage and deliver compelling stories across California’s Central Coast.

You will report from the field, develop exclusive content, build community relationships, and serve as a trusted newsroom ambassador. You will generate ideas for broadcast and digital platforms, mentor junior reporters, and manage multiple deadlines with a strong on-air presence.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of reporting or related journalism experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to meet company requirements and drive as part of daily news gathering.

Responsibilities

• Generate original story ideas and develop content for broadcast, digital, and social platforms.
• Front morning newscast, report from the field, and turn leading content for other newscasts.
• Research, write, and deliver accurate, compelling stories that inform and engage audiences.
• Cultivate a strong network of sources to uncover exclusive and enterprise reporting opportunities.
• Identify the best angle, approach, and storytelling techniques for each assignment.
• Mentor newer reporters in the newsroom and support their development.
• Represent KSBY in the community at station events and local activities.
• Meet daily and long-term production deadlines while managing multiple stories and priorities.
• Drive a personal or company vehicle to cover assignments throughout the viewing area.

Skills

Reporting across platforms

On-air presence

Storytelling

News judgment

Enterprise reporting

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Community engagement

Deadline-driven

Education

BS/BA in Journalism

Job description

The E.W. Scripps Company is seeking a Senior Reporter for KSBY to lead morning coverage and deliver compelling stories across California’s Central Coast.

You will report from the field, develop exclusive content, build community relationships, and serve as a trusted newsroom ambassador. You will generate ideas for broadcast and digital platforms, mentor junior reporters, and manage multiple deadlines with a strong on-air presence.