Reporter

NAB Leadership Foundation; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

NAB Leadership Foundation in Pittsburgh is looking for an experienced Reporter adept at developing stories, conducting interviews, and delivering compelling live shots. The ideal candidate thrives under deadline pressure and possesses strong journalistic integrity.

This role includes planning stories, collaborating with producers, and breaking news stories. The position comes with benefits like medical, 401(k) matching, and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• Professional or college reporting experience.
• Ability to uncover details through enterprise reporting.
• Strong writing skills to support gathered images.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assemble stories for news assignments.
• Gather and edit compelling video with or without a photographer.
• Develop a network of sources for significant stories.

Skills

Enterprise reporting

Live reporting skills

Story development

Interview skills

Video editing

Tools

Mobile transmission devices

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

WTAE, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You will be a strong, take‑charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. We value strong enterprise reporting and we're looking for someone who finds the stories that lead newscasts. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality, you are not afraid to head out into the field, ask the tough questions and break the big stories. You will be a versatile, enterprising self‑starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the Assistant News Director.

Responsibilities

• Plan, gather and assemble stories on day‑of news or special project assignments
• Work with or without a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound
• Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
• Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance
• Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day
• Work on different stories and projects at once and meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.
• Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Requirements

• Professional or college reporting experience
• Experience with enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details
• Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work
• Write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports images gathered
• Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology
• Can work in all weather conditions
• Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
• Have a valid driver’s license and a clear driving record
• Work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time‑sensitive newscast production
• Related military experience will be considered

Benefits

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.