Digital Reporter / Producer

Job Description

WLNS-TV, the CBS affiliate in Lansing, Michigan seeks a digital-savvy storyteller. The Digital Reporter/Producer will play a key role on our team by creating fresh content for our website as well as reporting on digital happenings and trends. This is a unique position that provides experiences on many different fronts. The perfect candidate for this job is a self-starter who likes to think outside of the box.
• Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
• Write stories and update the website with fresh content for the morning hours
• Create engaging social media posts that will get people's attention at the start of the day
• Use push alerts to send out breaking news
• May appear on 6 News This Morning as the Digital Reporter to talk about what's happening/trending on the web and at wlns.com
• Arranges and conduct interviews with people who can provide information about stories both live and taped
• Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
• Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
• Determines a story's emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
• Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
• Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
• Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
• Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
• Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
• Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
• Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
• Shoots and edits news events and news reports
• Produces and presents reports for all platforms
• Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
• Superior on-air presence
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gpe2be-3-12-34-211-42 in your application.