Bilingual Reporter

WPRI 12 News is looking for a multi-media journalist to join our news team. This position requires the applicant to conduct interviews, enterprise stories, shoot, write, edit and present content in Spanish or English on tv and our website. We want someone who can connect with our viewers through his/her storytelling.
Our goal is to connect with our Spanish-speaking community on all platforms including television, web and social media. This job is for someone who is driven, curious, motivated and ready to win.

• General Assignment and Enterprise News Reporting
• Taking Part in our Spanish language program 12 Informa https://www.wpri.com/12-informa/
• Evaluate news leads and pitch unique stories that will get results and drive ratings; participate in the editorial process
• Cover breaking news with a sense of urgency
• Establish and maintain relationships/sources in the community
• Participate in station community and promotional events
• Produce content for Twitter, Facebook and other social media sites
• Perform other duties as assigned
• College degree, preferably in broadcast journalism
• Knowledge of media law, newsgathering/First Amendment law, and media ethics
• Understanding of Southern New England market
• Editing experience and video camera/photography skills
• Exceptional writing, speech, grammar and spelling in Spanish
• Ability to effectively report live during breaking news
• Expect long periods outdoors in all weather conditions