Local News Reporter

KMBC-TV, the ABC affiliate in Kansas City, is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You will be a strong, take-charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. We value strong enterprise reporting and we’re looking for someone who finds the stories that lead newscasts. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality, you are not afraid to head out into the field, ask the tough questions and break the big stories. You will be a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

• Plan, gather and assemble stories on day-of news or special project assignments.
• Work with or without a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound.
• Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content.
• Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance.
• Contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
• Work on different stories and projects simultaneously while meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.
• Exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.

Requirements

• Professional or college reporting experience.
• Experience with enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details.
• Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work.
• Write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports images gathered.
• Operate mobile transmission devices and use the latest technology.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• Work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends.
• Ability to handle the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
• Related military experience will be considered.
• In-person attendance is required.

At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate and representative of the communities we serve.

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible, and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse, partner, or dependents would have access to the following benefits:

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states, reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

• Job Identification: 2022223
• Job Category: Content and News
• Posting Date: 05/21/2024, 01:23 PM
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Location: 6455 Winchester Avenue, Kansas City, MO, 64133, US