News Reporter

WDAF-TV FOX4 in Kansas City is seeking a dynamic and enterprising News Reporter to join our team. This role is ideal for a journalist who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative newsroom and is passionate about telling compelling stories across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.

The successful candidate will be a strong storyteller with excellent live reporting skills, a deep understanding of local issues, and the ability to connect with viewers in a clear, engaging, and meaningful way.

• Enterprise original, impactful stories that resonate with the local community across all platforms – broadcast, digital, streaming, and social media.

• Deliver live reports with confidence and clarity, especially during breaking news and developing stories.

• Write, present, and produce content in a clear, concise, and engaging manner tailored to each platform

• Build and maintain a network of sources to stay ahead of the news curve.

• Conduct interviews with newsmakers and community members to enhance storytelling.

• Collaborate with producers, photographers, and newsroom staff to shape coverage and segment ideas.

• Ensure all content meets FOX4’s standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.

• Contribute video and visual content for broadcast, digital, streaming, and social platforms, including shooting and editing content as needed. 

• Contribute to the station’s digital presence.

• Take part in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum two years of experience in news reporting.

• Strong on-air presence and ability to ad-lib effectively.

• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.

• Solid news judgment and a broad understanding of current events, local issues, and storytelling techniques.

• Open to feedback and coaching, with a track record of applying guidance to improve performance.

• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

• Proficiency with newsroom technology, video editing software, digital publishing tools, and multimedia storytelling techniques. 

• Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple assignments, and adapt to breaking news.

• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

• Flexibility to work any shift, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.