About This Role
Reporting on Dauphin and Cumberland counties is the core of this role, covering the political, economic, and cultural heart of the region. This position suits a dynamic journalist who can become an expert on the area by developing deep relationships, cultivating exclusive sources, and uncovering important stories before anyone else.
Responsibilities
- Serve as WGAL's primary general assignment reporter for Dauphin and Cumberland counties, developing expertise on the people, issues, and institutions that shape the region
- Build and maintain a strong network of community leaders, public officials, first responders, educators, and other key sources to generate exclusive and enterprise story ideas
- Identify stories before they become headlines and consistently produce original, impactful journalism
- Work closely with photographers to create visually compelling storytelling for all platforms that stands out in the market
- Produce engaging, creative live shots and vertical videos that add value and context
- Write for broadcast with strong conversational storytelling and compelling teases
- Publish stories, video, and updates to WGAL.com and social media platforms throughout the day
- Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details and provide context, accountability, and exclusive reporting
- Balance multiple assignments while consistently meeting deadlines
- Occasionally operate MMJ camera equipment and edit using Adobe Premiere
- Maintain the highest standards of journalistic ethics, fairness, and accuracy
Requirements
- 2-3 years of reporting experience preferred
- Proven ability to enterprise stories and cultivate meaningful community sources
- Strong live reporting, writing, and storytelling skills
- Expert grasp of social media and multiplatform storytelling skills
- Demonstrated ability to break news and thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
- MMJ experience preferred
- Bilingual skills are a plus
- Ability to work in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work varied shifts, including breaking news coverage
- Calm under pressure with excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent professional experience
- Related military/DINFOS training and experience will be considered
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) matching
- Emotional Wellness Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
