OKC News Reporter - Live Field & Enterprise Stories

News On 6; Oklahoma City (OK); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

News 9 in Oklahoma City seeks an experienced Reporter to develop, write, and deliver enterprise and daily news stories for the OKC metro. Frequently paired with a Photojournalist, you’ll bring strong on-camera presence, sharp editorial judgment, and a passion for storytelling.

From breaking news to in-depth features, you’ll dig beyond the surface, build trusted sources, and keep Oklahomans informed and connected. A Bachelor’s degree in journalism and newsroom experience are preferred.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field preferred.
• 3-4 years of experience in a television newsroom as an on-air Reporter or MMJ preferred.
• Knowledge of journalistic standards necessary and ability to perform appropriately on camera.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to produce accurate, clear, and compelling news content under tight deadlines.
• Solid understanding of news production across multiple platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Link of work sample required.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid Oklahoma driver's license and have a driving record acceptable to the company.

Responsabilidades

• Develop sources and pitch daily enterprise stories to lead a newscast that resonates with people in the OKC metro area.
• Communicate constantly with producers, assignment editors, and photojournalists in crafting compelling, visually driven stories.
• Conduct interviews, gather information, and produce news stories for broadcast, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to journalistic standards.
• Report live in the field with a Photojournalist, providing clear updates as stories develop.
• Create content for digital and social media platforms.
• Foster meaningful connections with our audience through social media engagement, community outreach, and participation in public events.
• Uphold journalistic standards, ethics, and best practices in all aspects of reporting and storytelling, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and balance in coverage.
• Stay informed about current events, industry trends, and emerging technologies in broadcast journalism.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing news events, deadlines, and priorities.
• Lead by example, supporting other Reporters and MMJs in the newsroom.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, including driving an automobile for company business.

Conocimientos

On-camera presence

Strong writing

Storytelling

Interviews

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field

Descripción del empleo

News 9 in Oklahoma City seeks an experienced Reporter to develop, write, and deliver enterprise and daily news stories for the OKC metro. Frequently paired with a Photojournalist, you’ll bring strong on-camera presence, sharp editorial judgment, and a passion for storytelling.

From breaking news to in-depth features, you’ll dig beyond the surface, build trusted sources, and keep Oklahomans informed and connected. A Bachelor’s degree in journalism and newsroom experience are preferred.