Reporter

WDAF-TV FOX4; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WDAF-TV FOX4 in Kansas City is seeking a dynamic News Reporter to join our team. This role thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative newsroom and covers stories across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.

The successful candidate will be a strong storyteller with excellent live reporting skills, deep understanding of local issues, and the ability to connect with viewers in a clear, engaging way.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years of experience in news reporting.
• Strong on-air presence and ability to ad-lib effectively.

Responsibilities

• Enterprise original, impactful stories across platforms.
• Deliver live reports during breaking news with confidence.
• Write and produce content tailored to broadcast, digital, streaming, and social media.
• Build a network of sources to stay ahead of the news curve.
• Conduct interviews with newsmakers and community members.
• Collaborate with producers, photographers, and staff to shape coverage.
• Ensure all content meets FOX4’s journalistic standards.
• Contribute to the station’s digital presence.
• Take part in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

On-air presence

Ad-lib

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism

Job description

WDAF-TV FOX4 in Kansas City is seeking a dynamic and enterprising News Reporter to join our team. This role is ideal for a journalist who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative newsroom and is passionate about telling compelling stories across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.

The successful candidate will be a strong storyteller with excellent live reporting skills, a deep understanding of local issues, and the ability to connect with viewers in a clear, engaging, and meaningful way.

• Enterprise original, impactful stories that resonate with the local community across all platforms – broadcast, digital, streaming, and social media.
• Deliver live reports with confidence and clarity, especially during breaking news and developing stories.
• Write and produce content in a clear, concise, and engaging manner tailored to each platform.
• Build and maintain a network of sources to stay ahead of the news curve.
• Conduct interviews with newsmakers and community members to enhance storytelling.
• Collaborate with producers, photographers, and newsroom staff to shape coverage and segment ideas.
• Ensure all content meets FOX4’s standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Contribute to the station’s digital presence.
• Take part in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years of experience in news reporting
• Strong on-air presence and ability to ad-lib effectively.