DESCRIPTION

WSLS 10, the Graham Media Group, Inc. owned / NBC affiliated station in Roanoke, VA is seeking an exceptional Reporter to join our weekday morning news team.

JOB EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate must have an engaging personality and connect with our audience, whether you’re covering breaking news or enterprise stories. You must have a strong on-air presence, deliver compelling live shots, and tell great stories. We’re looking for someone who is high energy and embraces the power of social media.

The ideal candidate must also embrace station events and becoming involved in the communities we serve.

Qualifications:

• Two years of successful reporting experience in a television news environment.

• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, high-pressure deadline driven environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Must be able to work flexible hours when needed, including holidays and weekends.

• College degree in Journalism/Communications preferred.

To apply, please send links of your work, resume and references to:

Margaret Ashburn, WSLS 10 News Director: [email protected]

No phone calls, please.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to successful candidates.

Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, investigative background check, employment/education verification, and reference checks.

You must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable under VA laws.

REQUIREMENTS

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Prior years of successful reporting experience in a television news environment, evidencing strong storytelling, live reporting, and news-gathering skills.
A college degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
Proficiency with current computer software, newsroom computer systems, smartphone technology, and social media platforms.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under high pressure and within tight deadlines.
Strong interviewing skills and the capability to shoot and edit video as needed.
A clear, energetic, and engaging on-camera presence.
A flexible schedule with the willingness to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and in response to breaking news.
A valid driver’s license with a record acceptable to the company, facilitating travel to various locations for news gathering.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A college degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
Bilingual abilities to connect with a broader audience.
Experience in a variety of reporting formats, including experimental video strategies and non-traditional storytelling techniques.
A history of investigative or original, enterprise reporting that demonstrates an impact on the community.
Familiarity with multimedia storytelling, including the use of graphics and data to enhance stories.

ADDITIONAL INFO

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A college degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

Bilingual abilities to connect with a broader audience.

Experience in a variety of reporting formats, including experimental video strategies and non-traditional storytelling techniques.

A history of investigative or original, enterprise reporting that demonstrates an impact on the community.

Familiarity with multimedia storytelling, including the use of graphics and data to enhance stories.

Interested candidates, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience to: Executive Reporter Regina Bratton at [email protected].

WSLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, WSLS will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.

HOW TO APPLY

Regina Bratton ([email protected])

[email protected]