Category: News

Position/Title: Reporter

Details: WIAT-TV CBS42 is searching for a Reporter to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an energetic storyteller. Gather information for newscast presentations with accurate information of interest to our viewers. Develop story ideas to present at daily planning meetings. Review background information and conduct interviews in a courteous and professional manner. Present compelling, clear and accurate live shots when assigned. Interact with all facets of the community to gather information and cultivate news sources. Represent the station at community events in a professional manner. Must have excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills, both for TV broadcast writing and online content. Proficiency in newsroom computer systems. Ability to handle multiple tasks and moderate to high stress and deadline pressure, while keeping a strong attention to detail.

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 11/13/2013

Closing Date: 2/1/2014

City: Birmingham – 35209

State: Alabama

URL: www.cbs42.com

Experience: Two years reporting experience and college degree preferred.

Requirements: Pre-employment background check.

Contact: Please send cover letter, resume, and DVD reel to: WIAT-TV –, 2075 Golden Crest Drive Birmingham or email to hr@cbs42.com. No phone calls please. LIN Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (02-01-14)