Job Description

WTNH, the Nexstar station in New Haven, CT is looking for an experienced Reporter/Multimedia Journalist to join our growing team.

The ideal candidate should have the ability to enterprise relevant, unique, broad-appeal content every day. Have the skills and desire to dig deeper, go beyond the obvious and bring an investigative mindset to day-turn stories.

You should also have outstanding live reporting skills, capable of covering breaking news, severe weather, and other developing stories in an aggressive, compelling, creative way.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Report news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
• Build network of sources that will enable WTNH to stay ahead of its competitors
• Research topics, vet tips for credibility and relevance, gather information for possible broadcast and publication
• Arrange and conduct interviews, shoot video, edit packages (and Vo/Sots)
• Review copy for accuracy, style and proper grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial direction and guidelines
• Pitch stories of interest to a diverse audience, while also understanding the importance of targeting specific members of that audience
• Promote teamwork and maintain attitude of cooperation and collaboration with all station personnel
• Interact frequently with viewers/users on social media platforms to build engagement and brand
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned, including attendance at public events and community service initiatives

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to ad lib when required
• Minimum three years’ experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)
• Superior on-air presence
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Social media expertise, proficiency
• Knowledge of current newsgathering technology, including video cameras, editing equipment and newsroom computer systems
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift

Hourly payrate for this position is $28 - $34.

Competitive compensation package with medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more.