Broadcast and Digital Reporter

This is a Full Time Job

Overview:

We're looking for a part-time general assignment reporter for broadcast and digital, who can excel in on-the-ground reporting in Philadelphia.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:
• Produce and record news segments for KYW Newsradio.
• Gather, write, record, edit and deliver news content including live coverage during breaking news.
• Maintain general knowledge of issues, policies, and newsmakers.
• Write scripts and ad-lib material for stories and live shots.
• Develop and research potential news stories.
• Ensure compliance with FCC regulations to protect the station’s license.
• Other duties as required by management.

Qualifications

More About You:

Required & Preferred:
• 4-year degree in journalism, broadcasting or an adjacent field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-years of reporting experience with a news organization.
• Experience in editing and packaging news sound and interviews.
• Understanding and experience reporting as a multimedia journalist.
• Experience in a busy and fast-paced, 24/7 newsroom.
• Comfort with breaking news and meeting tight deadlines.
• Proactivity and self-starting attitude a must.
• Ability to be nimble and pivot with the ebb and flow of the news cycle.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent interview skills.
• Excellent news judgment.
• Knowledge of the broadcast area of greater Philadelphia and station demographics a plus.
• A valid driver's license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of the applicant's own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required.