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General Assignment Reporter

AT Sinclair Broadcast Group
Sinclair Broadcast Group

General Assignment Reporter

West Palm Beach, FL

WPEC CBS 12 in beautiful West Palm Beach, Florida has an opening for a General Assignment Reporter ready to take that next career step. We are looking for team players who come to work excited about finding a great story to tell or digging up a new angle on topics we're focusing on. Someone who understands the News has to be where the audience is and is dedicated to growing their fluency in current and emerging digital/social platforms. The Treasure Coast and Palm Beaches have a lot to offer whether you're chasing news or off the clock. And the South Florida winter is just about perfect.

The Successful Candidate:

  • Engaged and aware of the major local and national news events of the day as well as important ongoing stories and narratives.
  • Brings A-block ideas to the table every day and knows how to recognize and eagerly pursue newsworthy stories.
  • Compelling storyteller, curious about the world and able to bring clarity and foster understanding across all platforms.
  • Committed to journalistic integrity and objectivity.
  • Team player with a positive attitude.
  • Robust, disciplined social media presence.
  • Understands and accepts the demands and requirements of working in news.

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Requirements and Qualifications:
  • Good communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to complete assignments on deadline.
  • Minimum of two years (2) on-air reporting for a commercial outlet.
  • Willing and able to work weekends, holidays, late nights and early mornings.
  • Bachelor's Degree. Major in Journalism or similar preferred.
  • Proficiency with iNews, Avid, Storyline and similar newsroom systems a plus.
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

About Us
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

Client-provided location(s): West Palm Beach, FL, USA
Job ID: sinclair-13260
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Snacks
    • Holiday Events
    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K)
    • Company Equity
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Leadership Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program