Reporter - WFTV Orlando

Position Overview

WFTV is looking for an enterprising and energetic hard-news Reporter.  This reporter will join a newsroom that emphasizes breaking news, daily investigative reporting and severe weather coverage. 

A Reporter must dig for extra information.  He or she must also be adept at using social media to gather and break stories. Active live is a must. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Enterprise ideas and develop relationships with sources -  20%   

• Reach out to sources and fosters a relationship   
• Remain extremely knowledgeable of all local and national news   
• Pitch original, local stories with impact   
• Follow research guidelines when fertilizing ideas   

Crafts & presents stories – 70%   

• Work with photojournalist to craft a story that includes real people   
• May need to shoot & edit story   
• Write accurate, grammatically correct scripts   
• Dig for information   
• Follow time guidelines   
• Present stories live as needed   

Update the web – 10%   

• Use station guidelines in using social media.  

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in journalism or related field   
• 2 years reporting experience   
• The ability to multitask, strong organizational skills and solid news judgment.   
• Must be able to keep a cool head under pressure   
• Strong interpersonal skills are a must  
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record