News Reporter

NAB Leadership Foundation; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

NAB Leadership Foundation is seeking a News Reporter in Fresno, CA to collect, analyze and present facts for all platforms. You will interview, investigate and observe events to craft clear, engaging stories for local audiences.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent experience, strong English communication, and at least two years in news reporting. Must be flexible to work shifts and join SAG AFTRA. Salary ranges from $45,000 to $55,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication.
• Minimum two years' experience in news reporting; on-air presence.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Reports news stories for broadcast, assigning background and details.
• Arranges interviews with sources who provide information.
• Reviews copy for grammar, style, and formatting per guidelines.
• Gathers information through research, interviews, or events to ensure accuracy.
• Pitches story ideas to editors and producers relevant to the local community.
• Produces and presents reports for all platforms.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

On-air presence

News reporting experience

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Job description

The News Reporter collects, analyzes and presents facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation or observation for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

• Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
• Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
• Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
• Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
• Determines a story's emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
• Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
• Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
• Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
• Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
• Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
• Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
• Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
• Shoots and edits news events and news reports
• Produces and presents reports for all platforms
• Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Re quirements & Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Minimum two years' experience in news reporting (More or less depending on market size)
• Superior on-air presence
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift
• must join SAG AFTRA Union
• $45,000-$55,000 annually commensurate on skill level and experience.