Video Journalist (Reporter) cn2 - (Louisville, KY)

Client Reference Code: 179188 SUMMARY The video journalists role in the newsroom is to take an idea and turn it in to a finished tv story that informs, educates and entertains our viewers. This position is responsible for developing story ideas, shooting, writing, reporting and editing sports stories and video on a daily basis. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Contribute ideas to editorial meetings by generating and developing story ideas using beat sources, contacts and leads. Shoot, report, write and edit stories and compose graphics within assigned deadlines. Research ideas using contacts, the internet, and other media sources. Schedule and shoot interviews and video for political and sports stories. Write and edit news stories using linear and non-linear edit systems. Deliver on-air stories, including live reports and breaking news coverage, demonstrating energy, confidence, professional appearance and voice quality. Represent cn2 in the community.