Reporter - WSOC TV

Location: NC-Charlotte

Job Title: Reporter - WSOC TV

Position Overview

WSOC-TV Charlotte is looking for an enterprising and energetic Reporter. This reporter will join a newsroom that emphasizes breaking news, daily investigative reporting and severe weather coverage. They must dig for extra information. They must also be adept at using social media to gather and break stories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Write news stories that are clear, accurate and unbiased
• Ability to narrate, ad-lib and add value to live breaking news and severe weather coverage
• Ability to cover live events for all platforms, including live breaking news and station initiatives
• The ability to engage in investigative reporting that adds depth to the newscast
• Thorough understanding of social media and demonstrated ability to move audience between all platforms
• Curiosity that drives an understanding of current events
• Demonstrate consistently high proficiency with the necessary technical, writing, and presentation skills for television broadcasts
• Strong writing and editorial skills required

Minimum Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience as a Reporter required
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

B.A Degree in Journalism, Communications, or other discipline preferred

About Cox Media Group 
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit 

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