WJW-TV Cleveland, Ohio, a Nexstar Media Group Inc. owned Fox affiliate in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking an experienced candidate as a news reporter. We want a high energy, engaging talent who is a strong storyteller and can handle breaking news situations in a fast-paced environment. Must have outstanding skills as a live reporter.
Job Summary: Reports hard news and feature stories, and other material originated by the reporter, or assigned by the EP or assignment desk, Must contribute to all digital platforms following instruction by the digital team.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
Build network of informational sources that will enable the Company to stay ahead of its competitorsDevelop ideas for news, feature and enterprise pieces, as well as investigative storiesCollect and analyze facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observationGather accurate and interesting information for newscast presentationsPresent clear, creative and accurate live shotsProduce accurate, complete and compelling news copy on deadlineSpecialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skillsPromotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnelProficient at screening and logging video and providing written editing instructions to tape editorsAdept at ad-lib presentations, without aid of scripts and/or telepromptersPossess exceptional research skillsEducation/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism (or related field) and a minimum of (2) two years of experience as an on-air commercial television news reporter.