Local TV Reporter

NBC Universal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience. KNBC4 and KVEA52 serve Los Angeles from the iconic Universal Studios Lot.

NBC 4 is looking for a dynamic Reporter to join our award-winning team of journalists.

This is a multi-platform role that requires excellent storytelling skills and live on-air presence.

This position requires the ability to break stories and enterprise lead stories. Must have a strong desire to contribute to the NBC4 team and win!

Job Description

Perform on-air live reporting for all NBC4 platforms
Write and post stories to digital platforms as assigned
Must ensure editorial accuracy and compliance with NBC4 legal standards
Collaborate with managers, producers to conceptualize stories and produce news packages based on either breaking news or assigned stories
Generate enterprise, community-driven story ideas that showcase the diversity of Southern California
Proven ability to develop and maintain a network of news sources across diverse communities, organizations and social media platforms that lead to exclusive stories
Track story developments and communicate progress to assignment desk and managers
Articulate viewpoints and experiences in a manner that helps the audience feel a personal connection to the content
Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task, and work under shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Participate in station-sponsored events and all assigned special promotions project

Qualifications

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Excellent written, verbal communication skills, news judgment and research skills
Experience in a variety of on-air reporting functions including anchoring, investigations, franchises, etc.
Very strong ability to ad-lib effortlessly in various types of situations, particularly breaking news
Strong understanding and demonstration of editorial judgment and journalistic ethics, including a current knowledge of laws of libel, slander and applicable FCC rules and regulations
Demonstrated ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions and successfully manage multiple assignments concurrently in a high pressure, breaking news environment
Effective self-starter with the proven ability to generate and produce original news stories
Understanding of emerging news production techniques and technology, with a pioneering spirit with desire to learn emerging technologies and invent the future
Good collaborative and interpersonal skills to communicate at all levels
Minimum 5 years of experience as television reporter in top 30 market
Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or related field, or equivalent work experience
Proven track record of strong writing, visual storytelling and live reporting skills