CBS 13 in Charleston, WV is looking for an experienced Capitol Reporter to cover state government for Nexstar stations statewide. This is your chance to be at the center of our political coverage while working in one of the best places to live in America. Candidates should be passionate about great storytelling and accountability journalism. Must be a strong writer, willing to dig deeper and ask tough questions. Our Capitol Reporter must have an extensive knowledge of state government and politics to build sources and generate exclusive, lead, stories. Candidates must excel at, live, Breaking News. Must be aggressive on digital and social media. Candidates must have a college degree and at least two years reporting/MMJ experience at a network affiliate. Please go to: www.nexstar.tv to access all career opportunities for WOWK-TV.
Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about storiesReviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelinesReviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and detailsDetermines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordinglyResearches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate informationGathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functionsPitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local communityReceives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideasDiscusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positionsChecks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant factsRevises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirementsShoots and edits news events and news reportsProduces and presents reports for all platformsEnsures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production qualityWrites stories for the web and other e-Media platformsInteracts with viewers/users on social media sitesPerforms special projects and other duties as assignedBachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experienceFluency in EnglishExcellent communication skills, both oral and written.Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting (More or less depending on market size)Superior on-air presenceProficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipmentAbility to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyValid driver’s license with a good driving recordFlexibility to work any shift#LI-Onsite