Reporter - WFTV Orlando

Position Overview

WFTV is looking for an enterprising and energetic hard-news Reporter. This reporter will join a newsroom that emphasizes breaking news, daily investigative reporting and severe weather coverage.

A Reporter must dig for extra information. He or she must also be adept at using social media to gather and break stories. Active live is a must.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Enterprise ideas and develop relationships with sources - 20%

• Reach out to sources and fosters a relationship
• Remain extremely knowledgeable of all local and national news
• Pitch original, local stories with impact
• Follow research guidelines when fertilizing ideas

Crafts & presents stories – 70%

• Work with photojournalist to craft a story that includes real people
• May need to shoot & edit story
• Write accurate, grammatically correct scripts
• Dig for information
• Follow time guidelines
• Present stories live as needed

Update the web – 10%

• Use station guidelines in using social media.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in journalism or related field
• 2 years reporting experience
• The ability to multitask, strong organizational skills and solid news judgment.
• Must be able to keep a cool head under pressure
• Strong interpersonal skills are a must
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record