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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox TV Stations
FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This is a rare opportunity to join one of Florida's top TV stations. WTVT-FOX 13 in Tampa is looking to hire a News Reporter/MMJ. We are the dominant station in the market and continue to evolve the way we serve our viewers. Besides our traditional newscasts, we are a streaming first news organization. As a weekday Reporter/MMJ you will innovate, write, and deliver compelling content across every platform, from the linear newscast to a breaking news live stream. You will at times be required to shoot and edit your content as well. This bureau position will cover beautiful Pinellas County along the Gulf coast, home to St. Petersburg and Clearwater.
We want a journalist who has evolved beyond linear television thinking and workflows. The content you create will be designed for all our news platforms. It's not always about turning a news package, it's about connecting with our viewers to tell stories for all platforms. As a bureau reporter covering the most densely populated county in Florida, you have opportunities to cover the vibrant coastline and growing downtowns. If you have a passion for visual storytelling and the drive to lead the digital frontier, your next big story starts here.
Job Snapshot:

• On-Air Presence: Present stories live in-studio and from remote locations, taking full ownership of the final content and delivery.
• Solo Field Production: Shoot, write, and edit high-quality news video for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Own the Area: You are the expert for Pinellas County, know every corner from St. Pete to Tarpon Springs. Build a network of local sources and understand the unique pulse of the community.
• Digital & Social First: Write sharp, effective text copy for our digital sites and maintain an active social media presence.

A minimum of 2 years of experience as a reporter is preferred. A reel that demonstrates your ability to shoot, edit and produce content will get you noticed. This is not an entry-level position or a position for candidates who do not have a news gathering background.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $78,000.00-85,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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