General Assignment Reporter

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Job Description

Role Summary/Purpose:

News Reporter will be responsible for newsgathering and reporting for broadcast, digital and other multi-platform applications.

Essential Responsibilities

Cover all news stories as assigned by the News Department and report the facts on station’s news programs, web site and /or other multi-platform and digital properties.
Perform live interviews and/or live demonstrations.
Research, plan, and schedule stories or segments.
Edit or supervise the editing of reports used in conjunction with news stories and programs.
Write scripts, lead-ins, cues and bridges as requested by supervisor.
Develop and grow an active social following via social media.
Perform on air news anchor work when assigned.
Make appearances before social and civic groups and at schools and colleges on behalf of the station.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary range: $80,000-$100,000

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum of 2-years previous experience as a Reporter
Minimum of 2-years TV writing experience
Bachelor’s degree.

Eligibility Requirements

Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
Must be willing to work in San Diego
Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be 18 years or older
Must have ability to work any of a 24x7 shift

Desired

Multi-Media Journalist experience a plus
Ability to communicate effectively and work well with people while under pressure.
Ability to handle live segments a must.
Upbeat personality and quick wit.
Familiarity with local leaders a plus.
Up to date on and interested in current news events
Knowledge of laws of libel, slander and applicable FCC rules and regulations.
Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.
Team player who is flexible
Displays a positive work ethic and can work under tight deadlines
High degree of integrity and professionalism
Bilingual (English/Spanish)