MSJ/Reporter

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Shoot, write, edit & report news stories for WBZ-TV.
• Turn content, front multiple live shots, write copy for the station website and use all social media to promote their assignments.
• Perform high-energy, engaging live shots as assigned.
• Cultivate enterprise stories regularly.
• Supply news content to the station’s social media and digital platforms.
• Maintain an unequivocal dedication to accuracy, fairness, and ethics.
• Ensure meeting all daily production deadlines.
• Show strong writing and reporting skills; proven ability to react to breaking news situations.
• Show skilled interviewing and creative storytelling and writing abilities.
• Collaborate effectively with a team of managers.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years reporting experience at a news organization with proven experience in the field, managing story development.
• Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or a similar field preferred.
• Proven experience shooting and editing with small or mid-sized professional video cameras used in multi-skilled reporting.
• Knowledge of social media and how to use it to promote to broadcast, streaming and the web; experience writing for the web required.
• Knowledge of iNews rundown systems and Avid Media Composer editing preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, early mornings, holidays, and weekends.
• Valid drivers license.
• Willingness to join SAG/AFTRA Union.

Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Generous paid time off. Exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams. Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events. Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.

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Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.