News Reporter (Job# B483)

Job Description

Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania
Schedule: Wednesday – Sunday
Position: Full-Time

About WFMZ 69 News

WFMZ-TV 69 News is the leading local news source serving the Lehigh Valley, Berks County and surrounding communities.  Our commitment is to deliver accurate, timely, and impactful journalism that informs viewers and makes a difference in the communities we serve.

We are looking for an energetic, enterprising and versatile Reporter to join our award-winning newsroom in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Job Responsibilities

• Report, write and produce compelling news stories for television, digital platforms and social media.
• Develop original story ideas with an emphasis on enterprise reporting and community impact.
• Cover breaking news, public safety, government, education and other important local issues.
• Conduct interviews, gather information and develop strong sources throughout the community.
• Deliver clear, engaging and conversational live reports from the field.
• Shoot and edit video as needed and contribute to the overall presentation of stories.
• Write compelling content for WFMZ.com and social media platforms.
• Work collaboratively with photographers, producers, editors and newsroom management.
• Maintain the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, ethics and journalistic integrity.
• Respond quickly and effectively to breaking news and changing assignments.

Qualifications

• Previous television reporting experience preferred.
• Strong writing, reporting, interviewing and storytelling skills.
• Ability to develop sources and generate original story ideas.
• College degree preferred in Journalism or Broadcasting.
• Comfortable reporting live and working under deadline pressure.
• Knowledge of digital journalism, social media and emerging storytelling platforms.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative newsroom.
• A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays and breaking-news assignments.

What We're Looking For

We want a journalist who is curious, competitive and passionate about local news.

The ideal candidate understands that great reporting goes beyond covering events.  It's about asking important questions, developing meaningful stories, holding people accountable, and connecting with the communities we serve.

We value journalists who take initiative, embrace new storytelling opportunities and want to be part of a newsroom committed to being first, accurate and relevant.

Join the WFMZ 69 News team and help tell the stories that matter to our community.

To apply: Submit your resume, a link to your video reel or portfolio, and relevant work experience at reporter@wfmz.com.  Please reference Job#B483 in all correspondence.

WFMZ-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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