Investigative Reporter - WFTV Orlando
Orlando, FL, US, 32801
Location: FL-Orlando-South
Job Title: Investigative Reporter - WFTV Orlando
Position Overview
The ideal candidate will be a newsroom leader who consistently leads by example. A WFTV Investigative Reporter must have a strong on-air presence and embrace going live. The candidate must have proven experience developing contacts and breaking news stories. This person must not be afraid to dig and go after public records and hold authorities accountable. We are looking for someone who sets the tone with credible journalism, can develop a connection with our viewers and create memorable moments in our newscasts. You must have a winning attitude and want to compete for the "big story" every day.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Be a newsroom leader
- Identity and pitch investigative angles to big daily news stories
- Attend the daily editorial meeting and pitch stories
- Develop a network of sources and experts to generate investigative stories
- Write online versions of investigative reports and work with Manager or Coverage and Content for web extras
- Shoot and write news stories on tight time schedules
- Enterprise special reports
- Be a regular contributor on various social media platforms and engage with the public
- Stay informed about content via competitive websites and follow social media on a regular basis
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. Degree or equivalent experience
- At least 5 years of experience in television news reporting
- Strong on-air presentation
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Required to cover news stories from the field
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
About Cox Media Group
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com
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Nearest Major Market: Orlando
