Emerging News Reporter (Night)

• Report breaking news as it happens – quickly, fairly and accurately 
• Pitch and develop enterprise stories 
• Cultivate trust among a network of diverse sources  
• Collaborate with visuals, data, and audience teams to enhance stories and maximize impact. Participate in production videos and live streaming with the visuals department, as appropriate. 
• Share news, engage with and grow a network of followers on social media 
• Identify and dig into complex issues that impact the public by cultivating sources, reviewing public records, and pursuing leads
• Ability to leverage relationships with sources to deliver content that differentiates the organization from competitors 
• Measure audience engagement and work with the audience team to grow readership. 
• This role requires evening, night and 1-weekend shift.

• 3+ years of reporting experience at a daily news organization 
• Advanced writing skills and the ability to tell a story 
• Excellent news judgment and understanding of journalistic ethics 
• Exhibit outstanding communication skills, demonstrate initiative and exercise good news judgment.   
• Capable of managing daily, short-term and long-term assignments simultaneously. 
• Holds a valid driver’s license and possesses reliable transportation.   

• Prior experience covering public safety
• Proven ability to build an audience via social media 
• Familiarity with and interest in the Baltimore area  
• Proficient in digital photography and video creation, with relevant experience. 

Hours: Generally 2 p.m. To 11 p.m.

 

Salary Range: $50,000 – $65,000

Individual compensation may vary from the target range based on several factors, including experience, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations.

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