WLKY - Reporter

Responsibilities

• Plan, gather and assemble stories on day-of news or special project assignments
• Work with or without a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound
• Produce compelling vertical videos for social platforms
• Contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day
• Cook up stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
• Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance
• Work on different stories and projects at once and meet all deadlines under pressure

Requirements

• Professional reporting experience
• Experience with enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details
• Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work, including reels
• Write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports images gathered
• Operate mobile transmission devices and use las technology
• Can work in all weather conditions
• Can work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production