Investigative Multi-Skilled Journalist

WCNC-TV

Category: Media - Journalism - Newspaper

Position/Title: Investigative Multi-Skilled Journalist

Primary Industry: Broadcasting - Radio - TV

Manage Others: No

Details:

TEGNA Media is looking for great investigative storytellers to excel in this digital age of journalism. We want investigators with proven reputations as ethical, trusted journalists who can create unique, exciting and shareable content on all platforms. Our ideal candidates have expert social media skills and demonstrate proficiency in using social media to gather information. These journalists are skilled in using the latest investigative tools and techniques to generate, shoot, and edit their content.

In this role, you will:

Use CAP and NICAR skills to find data and turn that into great stories.
Help with production ideas for data content in on-air and online stories.
Develop great sources and contacts.
Dig into complex and important issues.
Develop story ideas, write, shoot and edit news stories for on-air broadcasting.
Write in an exciting, captivating and authentic manner.
Use the latest editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
Develop original content through social listening and independent sources.
Deliver on-air news events in an engaging, exciting, and accurate manner.
Interview news subjects and research for facts and credibility.
Produce investigations that are unique and captivating.
Operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations.
Write and post daily on all digital platforms including social media.
Enterprise investigative stories.
Shoot, write and edit packaged reports.
Write for the web, including attaching images and streaming video.
Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
Transmit and present exciting live reports with current technology.
Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workplace.

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 7/21/2016

Closing Date: 8/21/2016

City: Charlotte

State: North Carolina

URL: http://www.wcnc.com

Experience: 2 Year(s)

Requirements:

Here’s what you need:

BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field
2-5 years of experience preferred
Experience with CAP, LexisNexis and NICAR
Bilingual (English & Spanish) speaking preferred
Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems
Understanding of the tenants of professional journalism
A portfolio with examples of strong breaking news reporting
Ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots
Strong social media skills, including an active news hound presence on Twitter and Facebook
Knowledge of ENPS, Edius and Axis graphics a plus
Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines
Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events

About TEGNA:

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA), formerly Gannett Co., Inc., is comprised of a dynamic portfolio of media and
digital businesses that provide content that matters and brands that deliver. TEGNA reaches more than 90 million Americans and delivers highly relevant, useful and smart content, when and how people need it, to make the best decisions possible. TEGNA Media includes 46 television stations and is the largest independent station group of major network affiliates in the top 25 markets, reaching approximately one-third of all television households nationwide. TEGNA Digital is comprised of Cars.com, the leading online destination for automotive consumers, CareerBuilder, a global leader in human capital solutions, and other powerful brands such as G/O Digital and Cofactor. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information.

Contact Company: Charlotte,NC

Contact E-Mail: nhibberd@wcnc.com

Contact Details: Ned Hibberd

Apply Online URL: http://www.jobs.net/j/Jnxg1bNf?idpartenaire=10101&jobdetails=true

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