Kansas City,MO
Nexstar Media Group,Inc.
DESCRIPTION
WDAF-TV Fox4 in Kansas City is seeking an Investigative Reporter. The Investigative Reporter organizes, researches, writes, and produces original investigative news stories for broadcast and digital platforms.
- Responsible for “Problem Solvers” franchise stories that are focused on helping viewers get results.
- Turns stories on deadline that are fair, accurate and engaging to the audience
- Presents those stories on live television in an energetic, conversational and creative style
- Develops sources to generate story ideas, as well as responds to viewer-submitted tips
- Leads in developing and breaking original news stories.
- Posts and promotes stories on the internet, social media, and other platforms.
- Uses public records, the Internet, and computer databases to research and analyze facts, statistics and trends
- Works with producers, photographers and editors to produce investigative stories both for broadcast and digital platforms
- Must be willing and able to fill-in as a general assignment reporter on occasion
- Perseverance in seeking interviews and information from subjects who may not respond or may avoid questioning.
- Welcomes coaching and constructive criticism
- Performs other duties as needed and directed by News leadership
JOB EXPERIENCE
- At least five (5) years of experience as a journalist, with serious investigative reporting experience preferred
REQUIREMENTS
- Four-year college degree in journalism or related communications field preferred.
- Working knowledge of Internet and databases, along with familiarity with videography, editing and graphics.
- Strong broadcast writing skills and command of language skills. Ability to write news content both for broadcast and online.
- Demonstrated strong news and ethical judgment, writing and organizational skills, along with an ability to work well with others in a high-pressure, team-based environment.
- Ability to type, using a newsroom computer system.
- Flexibility to work as needed within station hours of operation, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
- Ability to assist in transporting equipment such as cameras and tripods (possibly up to thirty pounds)
- Professional appearance and behavior
ADDITIONAL INFO
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar