Reporter - WFTV Orlando

Reporter

• WFTV Orlando Orlando, FL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Journalism Video shooting Mid-level Social media platforms Driver's License Driving Journalism Organizational skills Grammar Experience 2 years Media pitching

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FL-Orlando-South Job Title:

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 About Cox Media Group CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members.

CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com Req #: 1944 #LI-Onsite