TEGNA Inc.
South Sound Bureau Chief Reporter
TEGNA Inc., Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
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KING 5
we Stand for Truth.KING 5 News is looking for aPierceCounty
Bureau Chief . Our successful candidate will focus on the South Sound region, covering a wide range of newsworthy topics and events; win the day with strong story pitches and enterprise story development; provide innovative storytelling content on TV and digital platforms. If you’re an A-block, hard-hitting journalist with a keen sense of news commitment and public service then this role is perfect for you.
Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.Responsibilities:
Investigate leads and tips, conduct interviews, research stories, and write news stories.
Report on newsworthy events meeting broadcast and publication deadlines.
Create compelling web content.
Collaborate with KING’s award-winning photojournalists on storytelling projects for digital and broadcast.
Maintain story calendar and pitch impactful, newscast-leading stories.
Establish trusted relationships within the South Sound communities.
Monitor the communities in the South Sound and advocate to cover the best stories possible.
Calmly and effectively handle live, breaking news situations and rapidly changing events.
Requirements:
At least three years’ experience as a reporter in a large broadcast market or at least five years’ experience in a mid or small market.
Exceptional writing skills for both broadcast and digital platforms.
A demonstrated a history of smart and engaging live shots.
Able to write and collaborate on stories with tight deadlines.
Able to work mornings, nights, and weekend shifts.
Reside within 15 miles of Tacoma.
Active presence on social media.
Experience in or knowledge of the South Sound market is a plus
Fluency in a second language is a plus.
This position is full-time, salaried, and Union represented.
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KING 5
we Stand for Truth.KING 5 News is looking for aPierceCounty
Bureau Chief . Our successful candidate will focus on the South Sound region, covering a wide range of newsworthy topics and events; win the day with strong story pitches and enterprise story development; provide innovative storytelling content on TV and digital platforms. If you’re an A-block, hard-hitting journalist with a keen sense of news commitment and public service then this role is perfect for you.
Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.Responsibilities:
Investigate leads and tips, conduct interviews, research stories, and write news stories.
Report on newsworthy events meeting broadcast and publication deadlines.
Create compelling web content.
Collaborate with KING’s award-winning photojournalists on storytelling projects for digital and broadcast.
Maintain story calendar and pitch impactful, newscast-leading stories.
Establish trusted relationships within the South Sound communities.
Monitor the communities in the South Sound and advocate to cover the best stories possible.
Calmly and effectively handle live, breaking news situations and rapidly changing events.
Requirements:
At least three years’ experience as a reporter in a large broadcast market or at least five years’ experience in a mid or small market.
Exceptional writing skills for both broadcast and digital platforms.
A demonstrated a history of smart and engaging live shots.
Able to write and collaborate on stories with tight deadlines.
Able to work mornings, nights, and weekend shifts.
Reside within 15 miles of Tacoma.
Active presence on social media.
Experience in or knowledge of the South Sound market is a plus
Fluency in a second language is a plus.
This position is full-time, salaried, and Union represented.
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