Senior Newsroom Leader & Executive Reporter

The E.W. Scripps Company; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Retirement savings plan with company 6

Disability insurance

Hospital indemnity

Life insurance

AD&D

ID protection

Employee assistance program

Pet discount program

Job summary

KERO, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC station in Bakersfield, CA, is searching for an Executive Reporter to join our team. You will lead, mentor, and elevate the storytelling across reporters and MMJs, shaping the voice of our newsroom and communities we serve.

You will oversee multi-platform content, ensure ethical standards, and collaborate with newsroom leaders to implement the content strategy, providing timely feedback and guiding growth.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in related discipline preferred, or equivalent years of experience.
• 7+ years of experience in related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and enhance the storytelling skill and abilities of all reporters and MMJs at the station.
• Collaborate with other newsroom leaders to execute the content strategy through authentic storytelling.
• Oversee the writing of stories for all platforms; provide timely feedback to foster improvement.
• Develop and supervise effective workflow strategies for multiple news programs and outlets.
• Ensure content adheres to journalistic standards and ethical guidelines.
• Deliver a vision and create trust among reporters, photographers and newsroom staff.

Skills

Storytelling

Editorial judgment

Journalistic ethics

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

Job description

KERO, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC station in Bakersfield, CA, is searching for an Executive Reporter to join our team. You will lead, mentor, and elevate the storytelling across reporters and MMJs, shaping the voice of our newsroom and communities we serve.

You will oversee multi-platform content, ensure ethical standards, and collaborate with newsroom leaders to implement the content strategy, providing timely feedback and guiding growth.