Categories: Journo Jobs

KNXV-TV in Phoenix seeks business reporter

ABC15 in Phoenix, Arizona is looking for a business beat journalist to research, write, shoot and package cross-platform content about the Arizona economy.

The goal for this role is to tell stories that can help Arizonans earn more money, take advantage of new opportunities and enjoy the perks that business brings to the people our state. The beat includes real estate trends, jobs and wages, city services and public transportation, along with big business moves and innovation.

The job will focus heavy attention on data and trend-driven stories that include photo galleries, lists, interactive maps, videos and easy-to-digest scripts.

Content from this beat will be produced with the digital platform in mind, but will also show up on television in various forms.

The right candidate will be an innovative thinker who can write and present content customized to smaller cell phone screens, as well as someone who can become an experts in the necessary technology to produce digital-specific stories.

Key activities:

  • Enterprises daily stories to develop content that actively engages a cross-platform audience.
  • Gathers and verifies facts through interviews, observation, and research.
  • Organizes material, determines slant or emphasis, and writes stories according to format standards.
  • Shoots video and still photos to illustrate stories.
  • Edits videos for all multimedia platforms.
  • Assists with on-air and online production of all material.

Education & Experience/Certifications:

  • 1-3 years experience in digital journalism, with a preferred BA in Journalism
  • Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills.
  • Proficient at posting content to various websites.
  • Computer literacy required, with a preference for newsroom computer systems.
  • Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment.
  • Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment.
  • Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.

Skills & Abilities

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Operates with considerable latitude. Independently performs assignments to results expected. Determines and develops approach to solutions.
  • Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems.
  • Identifies key barriers/core problems and applies problem-solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex situations.
  • Receives technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues.
  • Advanced knowledge of organization’s technologies and practices.
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

To apply, go here.

Chris Roush

Chris Roush was the dean of the School of Communications at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut. He was previously Walter E. Hussman Sr. Distinguished Professor in business journalism at UNC-Chapel Hill. He is a former business journalist for Bloomberg News, Businessweek, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, The Tampa Tribune and the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. He is the author of the leading business reporting textbook "Show me the Money: Writing Business and Economics Stories for Mass Communication" and "Thinking Things Over," a biography of former Wall Street Journal editor Vermont Royster.

Recent Posts

Looking back at the history of Quartz

Zach Seward, the former editor in chief and CEO at financial news site Quartz, writes…

8 hours ago

Business Insider investigations editor Kaplan departs

Esther Kaplan, the investigations editor at Business Insider, has left the news organization after just…

9 hours ago

Silver moves to anchor role at BBC

BBC business reporter Katie Silver has moved to an anchor role. Silver has been at the BBC…

9 hours ago

Right media turning against Trump over tariffs

Media usually supportive of Republican President Donald Trump are beginning to break ranks with the…

9 hours ago

Tampa Bay Times launches environment hub

The Tampa Bay Times announced the launch of its environment hub, which will be comprised…

18 hours ago

WSJ’s Gershkovich not cooperating with book, documentary

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich is not cooperating on either the paper's documentary or…

18 hours ago