Local News Reporter

WBAL-TV, the NBC affiliate in Baltimore, Maryland is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You will be a strong, take-charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. We value strong enterprise reporting and we’re looking for someone who finds the stories that lead newscasts. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality, you are not afraid to head out into the field, ask the tough questions and break the big stories. You will be a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the Assistant News Director.

Responsibilities

Plan, gather and assemble stories on day-of news or special project assignments

Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content

Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance

Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day

Work on different stories and projects at once and meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.

Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Requirements

Professional reporting experience

Experience with enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details

Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work

Write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports images gathered

Can work in all weather conditions

Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record

Work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends

Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production

Related military experience will be considered

Values in Action

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.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

CompensationThe base salary range below is the Company's good-faith estimate for this position in the posted work location at the time of posting. Final starting salary will be based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, training, certifications, education, location and market considerations.

Base Salary Range:$65,000—$68,000 USD