Cox Media Group

Reporter - WFTV Orlando

Cox Media Group  •  Orlando, FL (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Location: FL-Orlando-South

Job Title: Reporter - WFTV Orlando

Position Overview

The Reporter at WFTV Orlando works in a newsroom that emphasizes breaking news, daily investigative reporting and severe weather coverage. The Reporter has ideas, digs for extra information, writes well, loves “live” and expects to win. They should also be hungry to use new technology to present stories and should be adept at using social media to gather and break stories. The reporter will also engage with viewers on social media daily and create digital content daily.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Write news stories that are clear, accurate and unbiased
  • Ability to narrate, ad-lib and add value to live breaking news and severe weather coverage.
  • Ability to cover live events for all platforms, including live breaking news and station initiatives
  • The ability to engage in investigative reporting that adds depth to the newscast.
  • Thorough understanding of social media and demonstrated ability to move audience between all platforms.
  • Curiosity that drives an understanding of current events
  • Demonstrate consistently high proficiency with the necessary technical, writing, and presentation skills for television broadcasts.
  • Strong writing and editorial skills required.

Minimum Qualifications

  • B.A Degree in Journalism, Communications, or other discipline or equivalent years’ experience.
  • 2 years’ experience as a Reporter.
  • Must have a 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 17 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

Req #: 2413 #LI-Onsite

Cox Media Group

About Cox Media Group

Driven by the energy and passion of our people, Cox Media Group (CMG) is creating innovative ways to deliver news and information, tell compelling stories, entertain our audiences, and hold the powerful accountable. In short, we exist to be THE trusted source of truth, entertainment, and growth for those we serve. We do that by elevating communities, audiences, clients, and each other through our unmatched teams, brands and content. As an award-winning team of broadcasters, journalists, digital media experts, publishers and account executives, we reach more than 60-million Americans weekly in nearly 20 markets. And, with a full suite of local, regional and national advertising solutions, we offer unmatched reach for businesses, and unrivaled opportunity for our employees. So, connect with us today, and let’s build the future of media.

Cox Media Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Industry
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Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Atlanta, Georgia
Year Founded
2009
Website
cmg.com
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