General Assignment Reporter, WLS-TV - Disney Entertainment
Chicago, IL
About the Job
ABC7/WLS, the ABC Owned Television station in Chicago, IL, is seeking a dynamic and energetic General Assignment Reporter. The ideal candidate is a compassionate and ethical journalist committed to reporting the facts with the utmost integrity. We are looking for a standout colleague, a compelling storyteller, and someone who can authentically engage with a diverse audience. This role requires a deep understanding of the powerful voice and responsibility that journalists have within the communities they serve. The position primarily covers the morning daypart.
Responsibilities:
+ Exhibit exceptional reporting, writing, and interviewing skills.
+ Source and generate impactful stories by leveraging critical relationships with local newsmakers.
+ Report, write, capture visual content, edit, and produce stories for multiple platforms, including digital and social media, under tight deadlines.
+ Actively utilize social media for both news gathering and promotion.
+ Demonstrate the ability to engage and move an audience between linear and digital platforms.
+ Show a strong commitment to the community by representing the station and participating in various community events.
Required Qualifications:
+ Minimum of 3 years of experience in a large market.
+ Ability to gather and present news accurately in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
+ Proven expertise in reporting, writing, and interviewing.
+ Ability to develop sources and produce enterprise stories.
+ Solid understanding of digital platforms and experience with social media.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Proficiency in shooting and editing video content.
+ Familiarity with the Chicagoland area.
Required Education:
+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, preferably with a focus on journalism or a related field.
Additional Information:
+ This position is covered under the Company’s collective bargaining agreement with SAG-AFTRA. This is an on-site role, requiring the employee to work from a Company-designated location in Chicago, IL on an ongoing basis.
Job ID: 10099466
Location: Chicago,Illinois
Job Posting Company: Disney Entertainment Television
The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
Responsibilities:
+ Exhibit exceptional reporting, writing, and interviewing skills.
+ Source and generate impactful stories by leveraging critical relationships with local newsmakers.
+ Report, write, capture visual content, edit, and produce stories for multiple platforms, including digital and social media, under tight deadlines.
+ Actively utilize social media for both news gathering and promotion.
+ Demonstrate the ability to engage and move an audience between linear and digital platforms.
+ Show a strong commitment to the community by representing the station and participating in various community events.
Required Qualifications:
+ Minimum of 3 years of experience in a large market.
+ Ability to gather and present news accurately in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
+ Proven expertise in reporting, writing, and interviewing.
+ Ability to develop sources and produce enterprise stories.
+ Solid understanding of digital platforms and experience with social media.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Proficiency in shooting and editing video content.
+ Familiarity with the Chicagoland area.
Required Education:
+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, preferably with a focus on journalism or a related field.
Additional Information:
+ This position is covered under the Company’s collective bargaining agreement with SAG-AFTRA. This is an on-site role, requiring the employee to work from a Company-designated location in Chicago, IL on an ongoing basis.
Job ID: 10099466
Location: Chicago,Illinois
Job Posting Company: Disney Entertainment Television
The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
Source : Disney Entertainment
