Reporter at NBC4

This is a Full Time Job

NBC4 Washington is seeking a dynamic Reporter to join our trusted, award-winning newsroom, serving audiences across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. This multi-platform role calls for a strong storyteller who can enterprise and break impactful stories in Northern Virginia.

Job Responsibilities
• Enterprise news stories in Northern Virginia
• Shoot, write and edit newsworthy events including breaking/spot news, general news, sports and feature stories relevant to the Northern Virginia community
• Gather, write and produce material in fair, accurate and balanced manner
• Field produce, conduct interviews and shoot stories
• Present stories live on air partnering with photographers and as a single person MMJ
• Provide news on-air and on other platforms as assigned from studio and field locations
• Establish and maintain solid sources to gain access to exclusive local news stories
• Active community involvement
• Create web content that complements the station website, mobile apps and social media platforms
• Work closely with Producers, News Managers and Assignment Editors, as well as Reporters and Anchors
• Develop and pitch story ideas

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a television/multimedia reporter
• Minimum 2 years of experience in newsgathering, reporting and/or production
• Minimum 2 years of experience writing, producing and desktop editing

Additional Job Requirements
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through the link below to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Washington, DC
• Must be available evenings, weekends and holidays as required
• Must be 18 years or greater
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Desired Qualifications
• BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or related major or equivalent work experience
• Excellent news judgment
• Excellent writing skills
• Ability to investigate information to establish facts and determine truth
• Solid digital shooting skills and experience working with digital camera
• Working knowledge of non-linear editing
• Experience with Dalet a plus
• Excellent critical thinking skills and ability to understand and break down complex issues quickly
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact professionally and build relationships and sources
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines
• Experience utilizing social media as a news gathering/reporting tool
• Ability to make priority decisions under deadline
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Team player who can also work independently and is a self-starter
• Experience covering Northern Virginia a plus