Reporter - WFTV Orlando

Cox Media Group, LLC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) in Orlando seeks a Reporter for WFTV to focus on breaking news, daily investigative reporting and severe weather coverage. The reporter writes clearly, digs for facts, and uses new technology to present stories while engaging viewers on social media.

The role requires strong writing, editorial judgment, and the ability to cover live events across platforms. You will work in a newsroom that emphasizes timely storytelling and audience interaction,

Qualifications

• B.A Degree in Journalism, Communications, or other discipline or equivalent years’ experience.
• 2 years’ experience as a Reporter.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Write news stories that are clear, accurate and unbiased
• Ability to narrate, ad-lib and add value to live breaking news and severe weather coverage.
• Ability to cover live events for all platforms, including live breaking news and station initiatives
• The ability to engage in investigative reporting that adds depth to the newscast.
• Thorough understanding of social media and demonstrated ability to move audience between all platforms.
• Curiosity that drives an understanding of current events
• Demonstrate consistently high proficiency with the necessary technical, writing, and presentation skills for television broadcasts.
• Strong writing and editorial skills required.

Skills

Journalism

News reporting

Storytelling

Education

BA Degree in Journalism or Communications

Job description

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The Reporter at WFTV Orlando works in a newsroom that emphasizes breaking news, daily investigative reporting and severe weather coverage. The Reporter has ideas, digs for extra information, writes well, loves “live” and expects to win. They should also be hungry to use new technology to present stories and should be adept at using social media to gather and break stories. The reporter will also engage with viewers on social media daily and create digital content daily.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Write news stories that are clear, accurate and unbiased
• Ability to narrate, ad-lib and add value to live breaking news and severe weather coverage.
• Ability to cover live events for all platforms, including live breaking news and station initiatives
• The ability to engage in investigative reporting that adds depth to the newscast.
• Thorough understanding of social media and demonstrated ability to move audience between all platforms.
• Curiosity that drives an understanding of current events
• Demonstrate consistently high proficiency with the necessary technical, writing, and presentation skills for television broadcasts.
• Strong writing and editorial skills required.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.A Degree in Journalism, Communications, or other discipline or equivalent years’ experience.
• 2 years’ experience as a Reporter.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record

About Cox Media Group

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 17 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com

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