We have an exciting opportunity for a junior reporter to join our busy Auckland newsroom. The reporter will be required to provide accurate, compelling and timely coverage of news stories and events on Newshub’s Live bulletins, with a particular focus on Newshub Late.
Responsibilities
Deliver compelling news on all platforms – primarily for TV and as required for digital and social platforms
To find, develop and break original news stories
To provide fast, accurate and timely story information and content to a standard consistent with the Newshub brand
To prepare reports in a variety of broadcast and online formats, as appropriate to the story and the audience using video, audio, graphics, stills and text as required
Maintain a high standard of knowledge of a broad range of news events and issues
To actively contribute to the news diary
Develop and foster extensive contacts among newsmakers with the aim of finding exclusive stories
To be adept at using newsroom systems and tools as required to prepare stories
To be adept at using newsroom systems eg Slack to ensure all platforms are updated on story progress
Undertake regular voice training