Reporter

KSBW 8 NBC • Central Coast ABC • Estrella TV; Salinas (CA); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Résumé du poste

KSBW 8 NBC / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV on the Central Coast is seeking a Reporter who can generate story ideas, write to video, and deliver compelling live shots. The role emphasizes enterprise reporting and the ability to hit the ground running with credibility, poise, and personality.

In-person attendance is required, and bilingual skills are a plus. The Reporter will guide and coordinate with reporters/producers, develop sources, and deliver timely, sharp reporting for daily newscasts.

Qualifications

• Past reporting experience (2-5 years) required.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills.
• Bilingual a plus is desirable.

Responsabilités

• Plans, gathers and assembles stories for newscasts and projects.
• Gathers video and sound and edits compelling pieces with or without a photographer.
• Develops exclusive content with news managers to go beyond surface details.
• Builds a network of sources for timely tips and scoops.
• Contributes visuals and updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
• Manages multiple stories under tight deadlines with strong time-management.

Connaissances

Writing skills

Live reporting

Enterprise reporting

Source development

Time management

Outils

Mobile transmission devices

Description du poste

KSBW 8 (NBC) / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV Costa Central, part of Hearst Television, is looking for a Reporter that has the ability to generate story ideas, write to video, and do compelling live shots. We are looking for 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. You are someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; you aren't afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. We are looking for this market's next leader who isn't afraid to ask the tough questions, and will hold those in power accountable. We are looking for a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. The role reports to the Managing Editor.

Responsibilities

• Works with and guides reporters and producers in newscast production
• Regularly plans, gathers and assembles stories on day-of news or special project assignments
• Works with or without a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound
• Coordinates with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
• Develops 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 consistently throughout the day
• Can juggle multiple stories and projects at once, demonstrates exceptional time-management skills by meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
• In-person attendance is required

Requirements

• Past reporting experience (2-5 years) required
• Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover
• Your demo reel should be indicative of your everyday work
• Strong writing and storytelling skills
• Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology
• Can work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds
• Has a valid driver's license, can drive large vehicles over long distances, and a clear driving record
• Ability to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
• Bilingual a Plus
• Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

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

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $50,000 and $55,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.