WLKY - Morning Reporter

• →Must have live reporting experience and be willing to work the early morning shift
• →Must work well with co-workers, and actively contribute to a positive newsroom culture. 
• →Regularly plan live shots and gather/assemble stories for later newscasts and other assigned stories. Must be able to write quickly. 
• →Must be able to communicate and collaborate with video journalist on how to develop/tell story in the most visual and compelling way.  
• →Must adhere to writing/editing timing deadlines for assigned newscasts. Must provide editors enough time to edit and provide producers with script information in timely manner.
• →Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to cover stories of significance. 
• →Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms daily
• →Can juggle multiple stories and projects at once, demonstrates exceptional time-management skills by meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.  
• →In-person attendance is required

• Past live reporting experience (2-5 years) required
• Your demo reel should be indicative of your everyday work, and must contain active live shots.

• Strong live reporting presence and skills, strong writing and storytelling skills
• Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology
• Can work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds
• Has a valid driver’s license and a clear driving record
• Ability to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
• Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience
• Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be considered
• Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.