Reporter

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(K)

Job summary

KDVR/KWGN seeks a high-energy, full-time news reporter to own the big story. Denver-based, focused on breaking stories in state, federal and local government, with enterprise reporting through sources and contacts.

Must be able to ad-lib live breaking news, connect with viewers, and maintain professionalism on and off air. Compensation is commensurate with experience and market norms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or related field.
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Responsibilities

• Develop exclusive contacts and a network of news sources within state and local government.
• Accurate and fair reporting of news stories.
• Participate in editorial meetings with original story ideas.
• Ad-lib live breaking news and interact with anchors.
• Collaborate with photographers, producers and editors to develop stories.
• Regularly update the newsroom on story progress.
• Participate in station community events.
• Support a positive newsroom culture with integrity.

Skills

On-air presentation

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism/communications or related field

Job description

Job Overview

KDVR/KWGN seeks a high-energy, full-time news reporter hungry to own the big story. Denver is home to Colorado’s state Capitol and has a large federal footprint. This position is focused on breaking stories within state, federal and local government. An ideal candidate thrives on telling breaking and hard news stories on television and digital platforms. They find enterprise stories through the development of sources and contacts.

We want a team player who can ad-lib with ease and go live in sometimes difficult conditions.

KDVR/KWGN is a leading news organization, and we want leaders and doers who can think for themselves while executing our breaking news/hard news brand. Candidates need to be able to connect with viewers, receive feedback and model professionalism on and off air.

Responsibilities

• Develop exclusive contacts and a network of news sources, especially within state and local government.
• Accurate and fair reporting of news stories.
• Be an active participant in editorial meetings; Come prepared with multiple original story ideas.
• Must be able to ad-lib live breaking news by telling a compelling story and have a strong ability to interact with anchors.
• Works with photographers, producers and assignment editors in development of a story.
• Regularly update the newsroom on story elements and progress.
• Participate in station-related community events.
• Support positive newsroom culture. Collaborate and foster an environment of integrity.

Requirements / Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. degree, preferably in journalism, communications or equivalent related experience.
• 3-5 years of experience reporting in a medium or large market.
• Strong on-air presentation. Must be credible, personable and engaging.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to accept constructive direction and feedback.
• In line with reporting duties, must be flexible with schedule and be willing to work additional hours or days or different shifts and holidays.
• Positive, solution-oriented attitude and team player.
• Can perform duties and make decisions under pressure.

Compensation

$75-85k based on experience

Equal Opportunity Statement

KDVR/KWGN is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in our workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

KDVR.KWGN values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more. We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background and DMV check.