Job Description

Join the team at NBC 4, broadcasting from the iconic Universal Studios Lot. We're seeking a dynamic Reporter with excellent storytelling skills for our multi-platform role. You'll perform on-air live reporting, write and post stories to digital platforms, and collaborate on news packages. Generate diverse story ideas showcasing Southern California's richness and maintain a network of news sources. Your ability to track story developments and articulate viewpoints will keep our audience engaged. The successful candidate will work independently and collaboratively, meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The team is also hoping to hire a candidate who is able to occasionally MMJ which will enrich our storytelling efforts. Join us in delivering quality journalism and representing NBC 4 at station-sponsored events and projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-air live reporting for all NBC 4 platforms and contribute to breaking and lead stories
• Write and post stories to digital platforms, ensuring editorial accuracy and compliance with NBC 4 legal standards
• Collaborate with managers and producers to conceptualize and produce news packages based on breaking news or assigned stories
• Generate enterprise, community-driven story ideas showcasing Southern California's diversity
• Develop and maintain a network of news sources across communities, organizations, and social media platforms for exclusive stories
• Track story developments, and communicate progress to the assignment desk and managers
• Articulate viewpoints and experiences in a manner that helps the audience feel a personal connection with the content
• Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with excellent time management skills, prioritizing and multi-tasking under shifting deadlines
• Participate in station-sponsored events and assigned special promotions projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as a TV reporter in a top 30 market.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in various on-air reporting functions (anchoring, investigations, franchises, etc.).
• Strong ability to ad-lib effortlessly, especially in breaking news situations.
• Understanding of editorial judgment, journalistic ethics, libel laws, slander, and FCC rules.
• Proven problem-solving and prioritization skills in high-pressure, breaking news environments.
• Effective self-starter with a track record of generating and producing original news stories.
• Familiarity with emerging news production techniques and technology, with a desire to learn and innovate.
• Demonstrated expertise in writing, visual storytelling, and live reporting.
• Ability to perform non-linear editing and shooting workflow.

Desired Characteristics

• Bilingual in English/Spanish is highly desired.
• MMJ experience (Multimedia Journalism), including the ability to shoot, edit, and produce video content independently, is highly desirable.
• Strong news judgment and research skills for identifying compelling stories.
• Good collaborative and interpersonal skills for effective communication at all levels within the team.

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA
• Must have a flexible schedule with ability to work any of a 24x7 shift and willingness to travel and work long hours and on weekends with short notice
• Successful candidate will be required to join the SAG AFTRA union if not already a member and remain a member in good standing of that union
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submitting your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the commencement of employment or adhere to enhanced protocols if Company determines your job position requires accessing an NBCUniversal worksite.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.

Salary : $102,000 - $160,000 DOE

Additional Information

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