WMUR-TV is looking for a full-time Political Investigative Reporter who can work collaboratively with our political and investigative teams along with other members of our newsroom.
Responsibilities:
- This person will produce in-depth stories primarily for our digital platforms but will also appear on television
- Research, pitch and write stories
- Work with producers, Executive Producers and photographers to produce well-executed stories
- Work with news managers to ensure fair and ethical coverage
- Work with digital team to produce content for all platforms
- Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance and identify other stories
Qualifications & Requirements:
- This reporter must have excellent research and writing skills, be able to work multiple stories at a time and work well with a team of people
- Five years of reporting experience
- Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover stories
- Demonstrated ability to develop sources
- Demonstrated ability to obtain and report on public records, including, but not limited to court documents
- Strong journalistic integrity and ethical standards
- Your portfolio or reel should be indicative of your everyday work
- Strong writing and storytelling skills
- Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology
- Can work in all weather conditions
- A valid driver’s license and a clear driving record
- Ability to work varied shifts, including overnights, weekends and holidays
- Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
- Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience
- Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be considered
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