DC Correspondent
US

Job Info

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Job Summary

Cox Media Group's Washington News Bureau is seeking an enterprising, hard-news local TV reporter. The perfect fit has Capitol Hill/government reporting experience and a rigorous understanding of how things get done in Washington. Strong active, energetic live skills with an authentic on-air presence are a must. We want an experienced, passionate journalist with strong news judgement who can cover politics and policy in a way that resonates with local viewers. The candidate must demonstrate an ability to report with accuracy and a commitment to reporting all sides of the story. An investigative background and ability to dig through the DC bureaucracy is also a plus. The ideal candidate will be able to pitch multiple well-developed story ideas each day. We are all about news in Washington that impacts the local markets we cover. Our team pursues original stories that our 20 CMG TV stations and six News/Talk radio stations won't see or hear anywhere else. Development of key sources among local congressional delegations and government agencies is crucial. Reporter must be a strong multitasker and an independent worker. The position will require the juggling of multiple custom stories and scripts, active live shots, packages, VO/SOTs and radio hits each day. The candidate must be open to innovation and new ways of reporting.

What we look for

A minimum of five years TV reporting experience and a college degree are required. No beginners. Excellent people skills required. Applicant must be a team player in a small newsroom where employees wear a lot of hats. Applicants will be required to fill out an official application and submit to a background check. Please include a resume reel video as well as a resume when filling out the application.

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