Alabama State Capitol Bureau News Reporter

MyPanhandle Com Nexstar Broadcasting Inc

Birmingham, AL, United States
On-site
Collect, analyze and present facts
Build network of informational sources
Present clear, creative and accurate live shots
Collects, analyzes and presents facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation or observation for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers for four Alabama and surrounding Nexstar stations

Job Summary

  • Collects, analyzes and presents facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation or observation for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers for four Alabama and surrounding Nexstar stations.
  • Covers Alabama legislature during sessions and special legislative sessions, governor's day-to-day coverage, press conferences, and dignitaries visiting the State Capitol.
  • Develops ideas for news, feature, enterprise, and investigative stories specifically to State Government stories, Attorney General court cases, and State Supreme Court Decisions.

Matching Summary

Collects, analyzes and presents facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation or observation for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers for four Alabama and surrounding Nexstar stations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • collect, analyze and present facts
  • build network of informational sources
  • present clear, creative and accurate live shots
  • gather accurate and interesting information
  • develop ideas for news pieces
  • produce accurate, complete and compelling news copy

Nice-to-have

  • engaging and meaningful to news consumers
  • stay ahead of its competitors
  • interacts with viewers/users on social media

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field
  • Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting
  • Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks

Work Rights

Not specified

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