Reporter NBC4 Washington Job at NBCUniversal in Washington

Job Description

NBC4 Washington

is seeking a dynamic Reporter to join our trusted, award-winning newsroom, serving audiences across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. This multi-platform role calls for a strong storyteller who can enterprise and break impactful stories in Northern Virginia.

Job Responsibilities

Enterprise news stories in Northern Virginia

Shoot, write and edit newsworthy events including breaking/spot news, general news, sports and feature stories relevant to the Northern Virginia community

Gather, write and produce material in fair, accurate and balanced manner

Field produce, conduct interviews and shoot stories

Present stories live on air partnering with photographers and as a single person MMJ

Provide news on-air and on other platforms as assigned from studio and field locations

Establish and maintain solid sources to gain access to exclusive local news stories

Active community involvement

Create web content that complements the station website, mobile apps and social media platforms

Work closely with Producers, News Managers and Assignment Editors, as well as Reporters and Anchors

Develop and pitch story ideas

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Qualifications:
Qualifications

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Basic Qualifications **

Minimum 3 years of experience as a television/multimedia reporter

Minimum 2 years of experience in newsgathering, reporting and/or production

Minimum 2 years of experience writing, producing and desktop editing

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Additional Job Requirements **

Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered

Must be willing to work in Washington, DC

Must be available evenings, weekends and holidays as required

Must be 18 years or greater

Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

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Required On-Site: _ This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

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Desired Qualifications **

BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or related major or equivalent work experience

Excellent news judgment

Excellent writing skills

Ability to investigate information to establish facts and determine truth

Solid digital shooting skills and experience working with digital camera

Working knowledge of non-linear editing

Experience with Dalet a plus

Excellent critical thinking skills and ability to understand and break down complex issues quickly

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to interact professionally and build relationships and sources

Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines

Experience utilizing social media as a news gathering/reporting tool

Ability to make priority decisions under deadline

Excellent interpersonal skills

Team player who can also work independently and is a self-starter

Experience covering Northern Virginia a plus

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Salary range: _ $90,000 - $120,000

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

Compensation:
$90,000-$90,000 per year