KOTA/KDUH Television has an immediate opening for a General Assignment Reporter for the Scottsbluff newsroom.
The incumbent covers daily local news for the #1 Television station in the Nebraska Panhandle, and responsibilities will include:
Conducting taped interviews, shooting and editing video.
The reporter also writes broadcast stories for TV news, plus online stories.
The reporter will post stories and video to the company's website and Facebook page as assigned.
Qualifications:
A qualified candidate should possess a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related field and must be able to demonstrate strong communication skills including writing for broadcast and on-air performance, plus strong written communications like web publishing or newspaper writing if samples are available. The candidate must also be able to shoot and edit video creatively for effective storytelling.
Hands-on internship experience is also strongly preferred in entry-level candidates.
Experience in online publishing to social networks like Facebook and Twitter desired.
A minor in a related field would be considered provided the candidate has a four-year college degree in print journalism, political science, English, education, or business and can demonstrate the strong communication skills as outlined above.
A valid driver's license and excellent driving are required at the time of application.
Resume, cover letter, references and current demo-reel - DVD or YouTube link - are required to apply for the position. No phone calls, please.
Duhamel Broadcasting is a Equal Opprotunity Employer
Patrick J Maag
Station Manager
KOTA TV Scottsbluff, NE
308-632-3071
ABC, MeTV, ThisTV and kotanow.com
This Station does not discriminate in the sale of advertising time, and will not accept advertising which is placed with the intent to discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity. Any provision in any order or agreement for advertising that purports to discriminate, or has the effect of discriminating, on the basis of race or ethnicity, is hereby declared null and void.