Multi-Skilled Journalist

FOX43 WPMT is looking for a talented and experienced Multi-Skilled Journalist with a passion for breaking news, and live coverage. The ideal candidate will be able to enterprise impactful stories for audiences on all platforms. We are looking for an aggressive journalist and creative storyteller who will excel in this digital age of journalism. We want journalists who can create unique and shareable stories for both broadcast and digital/social platforms through memorable writing, compelling video, and editing.

Responsibilities

Enterprise impactful stories for audiences on all platforms.
Aggressive journalist and creative storyteller who will excel in this digital age of journalism.
Create unique and shareable stories for both broadcast and digital/social platforms through memorable writing, compelling video, and editing.
BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field
1-3 years of daily local newsgathering experience is preferred
Ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots
Strong social media skills, including an active news hound presence on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram
Motivation to uncover and research unique stories not being told anywhere else
Ambition to develop and constantly maintain a diverse list of story contacts’
Knowledge of ENPS, Edius and Axis graphics a plus
Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant deadlines
Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekend and holiday shifts
Work Environment Set: Moderate risk: involves moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions
Physical Demands Set: Light work: Involves sitting most of the time, walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.