At WJXT/WCWJ, our commitment lies in crafting and delivering news that truly connects with our communities across platforms. With this mission at our core, we are looking for an Executive Reporter who brings energy, passion and leadership experience to Jacksonville. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives on coaching and mentoring journalists. We want someone to help enrich and accurately represent our community across all platforms, broadcast, streaming, digital and social media. Breaking away from the traditional constraints of television news, we are searching for an individual ready to pivot seamlessly between helping lead the charge on gathering news for our broadcasts and digital platforms and updating our live stream audience in real-time.

As the Executive Reporter, you will help lead our mission in storytelling by working with and coaching multimedia journalists and reporters. You'll also organize and coordinate the Content Center staff to facilitate the strongest, most impactful daily news coverage on multiple platforms.

Joining the News4JAX team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while immersing yourself in the vibrant community. You'll inspire and mentor talent at all levels to find creative ways to grow their skills.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead, develop, and enhance the storytelling skills and abilities of all reporters and MMJs in the station.

• Collaborate with other newsroom leaders to consistently execute the content strategy through authentic, meaningful storytelling.

• Oversee the writing of stories for all platforms; provide timely feedback to foster continuous improvement.

• Develop and supervise effective workflow strategies and procedures for multiple news programs and outlets.

• Ensure that all content adheres to journalistic standards and ethical guidelines.

• Deliver a vision and create trust among reporters, photographers, and newsroom staff.

• Manage daily editorial flow, including assigning multi-media journalists, photojournalists, and Content Center staff to cover daily news stories and events.

• Supervise and schedule assignment desk and reporting staff.

• Assist editorial staff in developing all news coverage plans.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

•A college degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

•Experience in various reporting formats, including experimental video strategies and non-traditional storytelling techniques.

•A history of original enterprise reporting that demonstrates an impact on the community.

•Familiarity with multimedia storytelling, including using graphics and data to enhance stories.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Demonstrated expertise in storytelling

• Knowledge and demonstration of editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws

• Curiosity for the community, city, state, and world we report on daily

• Deep understanding of the content strategy

Additional Information:

WJXT/WCWJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, WJXT/WCWJ will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.

Contact:

Interested candidates, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience to:

News Director Robert Brown rbrown@wjxt.com