General Assignment Reporter

ABC7/WLS, the ABC Owned Television station in Chicago, IL, is seeking a dynamic and energetic General Assignment Reporter. The ideal candidate is a compassionate and ethical journalist committed to reporting the facts with the utmost integrity. We are looking for a standout colleague, a compelling storyteller, and someone who can authentically engage with a diverse audience. This role requires a deep understanding of the powerful voice and responsibility that journalists have within the communities they serve.

Responsibilities:

• Exhibit exceptional reporting, writing, and interviewing skills.

• Source and generate impactful stories by leveraging critical relationships with local newsmakers.

• Report, write, capture visual content, edit, and produce stories for multiple platforms, including digital and social media, under tight deadlines.

• Actively utilize social media for both news gathering and promotion.

• Demonstrate the ability to engage and move an audience between linear and digital platforms.

• Show a strong commitment to the community by representing the station and participating in various community events.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a large market.

• Ability to gather and present news accurately in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Proven expertise in reporting, writing, and interviewing.

• Ability to develop sources and produce enterprise stories.

• Solid understanding of digital platforms and experience with social media.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in shooting and editing video content.

• Familiarity with the Chicagoland area.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, preferably with a focus on journalism or a related field.

Additional Information:

• This position is covered under the Company’s collective bargaining agreement with SAG-AFTRA. This is an on-site role, requiring the employee to work from a Company-designated location in Chicago, IL on an ongoing basis.