Responsibilities
Break news around the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area
Go to the scene of breaking news to provide details of events and develop sourcing
Post news quickly and work with others on the team to develop it in real time
Look for and write smart second- and subsequent-day follow-ups to breaking news stories
Develop source networks with key agencies in Dallas and the metropolitan area to build faster awareness of breaking stories
Take video from the scene of breaking news
Produce stand-up videos that add context to the news
Work with reporters on other teams to provide breaking coverage and add depth to stories from an array of desks
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in journalism or a related field
At least three years of experience in journalism or a related field, preferably covering breaking news
An understanding of digital analytics
An understanding of SEO best practices
The ability to manage multiple stories of different complexities at the same time
The ability to process key facts and write quickly
Strong writing skills
A collaborative approach to journalism
Experience filing open records requests and interpreting information in public records
A driver’s license and reliable transportation
Deep knowledge of North Texas preferred
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News Reporter Job at Jobtailor in Dallas
Jobtailor · Dallas, TX, USA ·
- Job type:
- Full Time