TEGNA - Wilkes-Barre, PA
posted 4 months ago
WNEP-TV, TEGNA'S ABC affiliate in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, is seeking a talented Multi-Skilled Journalist (MSJ) to join our top-rated news team. The MSJ will be responsible for living and working in central Pennsylvania, covering Lewisburg and the surrounding counties that are integral to WNEP's viewing area. This role requires the creation of compelling content across all WNEP platforms, including television, digital platforms, and social media. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of finding, developing, and pitching quality news stories daily, as well as the ability to shoot, write, and edit assigned stories under tight deadlines. Presenting stories in a captivating and authentic manner is essential for success in this position. The MSJ will develop story ideas, write, shoot, and edit news stories for both digital platforms and television broadcasts. The journalist will be expected to write in an exciting and engaging manner, utilizing the latest editing and photography tools to tell compelling stories. Original content development through social listening and independent sources is a key aspect of the role. The MSJ will deliver on-air news events in an engaging and accurate manner, conduct interviews with news subjects, and research facts to ensure credibility. Building a network of news sources for general assignments and special areas of interest is also crucial. In addition to producing unique and captivating news stories, the MSJ will write and post daily content on all digital platforms, including social media. Creative production techniques, such as graphics and new forms of media, will be employed to enhance storytelling. The journalist will also be responsible for transmitting and presenting exciting live reports using current technology. Other tasks may be assigned by the supervisor or executive producer as needed.