DESCRIPTION

ROLE: FOX 5 San Diego/KUSI News duopoly is seeking a reporter to support our top-rated newscasts committed to serving the San Diego community. Successful candidate excels in ad-libbing, storytelling on all platforms, connecting with viewers, can receive feedback and models professionalism on and off the air.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Accurate reporting of news stories
Attend editorial meetings and regularly pitch original story ideas
Develops community contacts and a network of news sources
Must be able to ad-lib live breaking news by telling a compelling story and have a strong ability to interact with anchors in studio
Works with the photographer, producers, desk in the development of a story
Regularly updates newsroom on story elements and progress
Use social media to update news stories to the public
Attend station partnerships in the community

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

B.A. or B.S. Degree preferably in journalism or communication or equivalent related experience
Prefer 3-5 years TV news reporting in a medium to large market

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Must interact positively and productively with other employees in the field and in studio
Uphold station values and models professionalism on and off the air
Strong on-air presentation – must be credible, personable and engaging
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Must be able to accept constructive direction and feedback
In line with reporting duties, individual must be flexible with schedule and be willing to work additional hours or days or different shifts and holidays as required by news content
Positive, solution-oriented attitude and team player
Can perform duties and make decisions under extreme pressure
Comp starting at $31/hr commensurate with experience and skill level
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JOB EXPERIENCE

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REQUIREMENTS

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ADDITIONAL INFO

HOW TO APPLY

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