Multi-Media Journalist - News Reporter Job at Fox Corporation, Los Angeles, CA

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  • Fox Corporation
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As part of the FOX 11 News team, the newscast MMJ (Multi-Media Journalist) collects and analyzes information about newsworthy events. The reporter must be able to write, photograph and edit those stories for presentation in a live newscast and on multiple station platforms (including the station website and social media sites.)

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepare and execute live, compelling television newscasts.
  • Gathering exciting pictures and sound to tell compelling television news stories
  • Maintain and be responsible for station gear including a station vehicle.
  • Understand the editing process and all the technical aspects of  Final Cut Pro editing software
  • Received assignment and/or evaluated news leads and tips to develop story ideas
  • Gather, verify  and priorities information regarding story through interviews observation and research
  • Write clear, concise stories using proper grammar and vocabulary according to newsroom style and format standards.
  • Use video effectively and creatively in information gathering, storytelling and story editing; understands the principles of video editing.
  • Enterprises stories; cultivates sources for news stories; consistently brings ideas to daily news meetings.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of current local national and international events and issues.
  • Works effectively under pressure of multiple deadlines each day; meets those deadlines.
  • Processes, prioritizes and communicates information clearly and accurately in an unstructured and sometimes distracting environment such as breaking news, live interviews or adlibbing.
  • Work effectively with coworkers, including but not limited to news managers, photojournalists, video editors directors, anchors, engineers and producers.
  • Must be able to work independently and use solid judgment on all stories, images and sound that is used within a news story.
  • Use a clear, understandable and pleasant voice; must use proper phrasing, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and emotional range.
  • Works effectively from the field or in studio setting using broadcasting equipment.
  • Represents the station via public appearances and speeches.
  • Maintains professional appearance based on newsroom standards
  • Works long hours or odd hours to report a story; may travel for stories; may be on air for extended period of time including breaking or developing news.
  • Use computer software to write and edit stories. Use computer and internet to research stories.
  • Post stories to station websites and social media sites
  • Social media posting and e-blasts.
  • Duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

  • BA/BS degree or equivalent degree in journalism or related field.
  • Strong writing skills required.
  • Journalism background and knowledge of AP style required.
  • Strong graphics skills desired
  • Strong computer skills desired
  • Must be self-directing, self-motivating and able to work will with a diverse group of people.
  • Must be able to handle stress, including short deadlines.
  • Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Must be able to speak clearly (with or without corrective devices).
  • Must be able to work at a computer for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to work assigned shifts which include overnights, nights and weekends
  • Ability to do other tasks as assigned by news management.
  • Must be able to drive company car based on company driving polices.

Job Tags

Odd job, Local area, Shift work, Night shift,

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