WPIX is looking for an experienced MMJ/reporter to join our team covering Tri-State Area.

We want someone who brings great story ideas to editorial meetings, cultivates sources, and wins the story each day on ALL platforms.  

You must have strong storytelling skills and an energetic/creative delivery.  We are looking for someone who is enterprising and passionate about news.

Ideal candidate should handle breaking news with ease, be able to multitask on all platforms, while also being able to dig deep into a variety of topics for compelling, promotable reports with high production value.

Primary Responsibilities

Pitch unique stories that will get results and drive ratingsDevelop and execute enterprise content on a consistent basisCover breaking news with a sense of urgencyEstablish and maintain relationships/sources in the communityProduce content for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and our websitePerform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

College degree in Journalism/Communications/Broadcasting preferred; equivalent experience requiredMinimum 4 years’ experience as a journalist (at least 3 of those years should be as an MMJ)Must be able to work with a high degree of accuracy and have the ability to solve problems quicklyMust be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, weekends & ON CALL shiftsMust be able to work under deadlines and have the ability to multi-taskProficiency in Adobe Premiere and Sony Cameras

This is a full time union position. Starting salary: 124K