Multiplatform Field Reporter — Enterprise News

Hearst Television, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hearst Television, Inc. in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Local News Reporter who can generate story ideas, conduct informed interviews, build sources, and craft engaging content across broadcast, digital, social, streaming, and mobile platforms.

You will be a versatile, enterprising self-starter who can hit the ground running, work under pressure, and deliver timely, accurate reporting with integrity. Field reporting and live shots are essential to success in this role, reporting to the News

Qualifications

• Professional or college reporting experience.
• Experience with enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details.
• Demo reel reflects day-to-day work.
• Write clear, compelling copy that supports visuals.
• Operate mobile transmission devices and latest tech.
• In-person attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assemble stories for day-of news or special projects.
• Gather and edit video and sound with or without a photographer.
• Develop stories with enterprise angles and exclusive content.
• Build sources and break significant stories.
• Post updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
• Manage multiple stories under tight deadlines with integrity.

Skills

Enterprise reporting

Live reporting

Interviewing

Story development

Job description

Hearst Television, Inc. in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Local News Reporter who can generate story ideas, conduct informed interviews, build sources, and craft engaging content across broadcast, digital, social, streaming, and mobile platforms.

You will be a versatile, enterprising self-starter who can hit the ground running, work under pressure, and deliver timely, accurate reporting with integrity. Field reporting and live shots are essential to success in this role, reporting to the News