News Reporter

Description

Marshfield Broadcasting Inc. has been a leader in broadcasting since 1977 with a mission to connect, inform, entertain, and celebrate communities and families across the South Shore of Massachusetts. We currently own and operate radio station: 95.9 WATD-FM in Marshfield. We"re proud of our history, and we’re searching for talented people to join us as we continue to grow! Please email your resume and a sample of your on-air work (if applicable) to ChristineJames@959watd.com

POSITION OBJECTIVE:  WATD-FM: “The South Shore’s Radio Station” is looking for an additional news reporter to add to our award-winning staff. Must have some on-air experience as well as a strong background in social media and digital content. Candidate must also possess strong writing skills, audio editing skills, and a real interest in local news. Video editing skills (Adobe Premiere) a plus. Knowledge of Adobe Audition or Cool Edit a plus. Overall, a go with the flow attitude and abundant curiosity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cover local meetings, court cases, breaking news, and community events.
• Assist/help with planning/executing political forums.
• Keep website updated by working with the news team.
• Cross-train to be a fill-in anchor for weekday newscasts or occasionally weekend newscasts.
• Someone who is flexible with their schedule, personable, and who understands the importance of local news.
• Will have the opportunity to develop skills in producing feature stories and some investigative reporting.
• Maintains confidentiality by not discussing internal WATD matters, company strategies, and any other information or sensitive information with clients, competitors, listeners, and other media.
• Maintains assigned equipment.
• Works in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Works effectively in a team environment and maintains a positive and cooperative rapport with staff, management, and clients.
• Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.
• Able to manage stress effectively.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate computer keys and general office equipment. Ability to work on computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Lift, move, and carry up to 20 pounds on occasion.

TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Managing Editor/News Director

Marshfield Broadcasting Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.