Reporter I, MultiMedia Journalist

Ozarks First in Springfield, Missouri, is hiring a Reporter. The ideal candidate should have the ability to develop relevant, compelling, and impactful stories on multiple platforms. Our next Reporter must have a passion for storytelling and a desire to dig below the surface. Our reporters do tv live shots and create digital content every day for our website and social media pages.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Report news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
• Build a network of sources to help Ozarks First stay ahead of its competitors
• Pitch stories of interest to the entire audience, while also understanding the importance of targeting specific members of that audience
• Research topics, vet tips for credibility and relevance, gather information for possible broadcast and publication
• Arrange and conduct interviews, shoot video, and edit packages
• Review copy for accuracy, style, and proper grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial direction and guidelines
• Promote teamwork and maintain an attitude of cooperation and collaboration with all station personnel
• Interact frequently with viewers/users on social media platforms to build engagement and brand
• Work on special projects and other duties as assigned, including community service initiatives

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
• Minimum experience in a newsroom or a focus on news reporting
• Confident on-air presence
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Social media expertise, proficiency
• Must learn all current newsgathering technology, including video cameras, editing equipment, and newsroom computer systems
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift