National Correspondent, DC Bureau

Job Description

Scripps News DC Bureau is looking for a National Correspondent who will deliver fact-based, unbiased and contextual reporting to a variety of platforms within the organization. Help direct coverage by guiding the leadership team with expertise and insight.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Under general direction, develop sources, gather information and write news and feature articles that are accurate, informative and balanced. Produces material - often investigative or long-form journalism - in a manner that meets the highest journalistic standards.
• Produce compelling and urgent reports live, package and/or show formats.
• Perform anchor duties as scheduled.
• Use cutting edge and experimental story-telling techniques to communicate with the audience.
• Work both independently and with other reporters, videographers and producers to generate finished news packages.
• Monitor upcoming news stories and develop coverage plans; stay abreast of news developments to generate story ideas and plan coverage effectively.
• Develops a network of formal and informal sources throughout the community to help develop and write stories as well as providing background information.
• Assist with live events as needed.
• Work with internal teams to deliver reports tailored to their needs.
• May be responsible for entire projects or functions where general guidance and training of less experienced professional and/or support personnel are needed.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• BS/BA in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Generally, 5+ years of experience in a related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Background in video news
• Proven track record of experience in video news reporting
• Ability to meet strict deadlines for broadcast programs
• Independently perform assignments with instruction limited to results expected
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Set an example in professional comportment and strictly adhere to the journalistic standards of Scripps
• Proficiency with computers and related software
• Weekends and holidays as the news cycle demands
• Travel up to 50% as required

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-02vyw8-3-144-101-104-42 in your application.