{"id":4591,"date":"2026-05-01T13:19:13","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T13:19:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.hawaiibroadcasters.org\/files\/?post_type=job&#038;p=4591"},"modified":"2026-05-01T13:19:13","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T13:19:13","slug":"morning-news-live-reporter","status":"publish","type":"job","link":"http:\/\/www.hawaiibroadcasters.org\/files\/job\/morning-news-live-reporter\/","title":{"rendered":"Morning News Live Reporter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Morning News Live Reporter is a dynamic, on-air journalist responsible for delivering live reports, breaking news coverage, and field interviews for the station\u2019s morning newscasts. Working closely with a news photographer, the reporter produces compelling, accurate, and engaging live stories that connect with the community and keep viewers informed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Conduct LIVE, on-location news reports for morning newscasts, including breaking news, developing stories, and community features.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborate with producers, photographers, and newsroom staff to plan, set up, and execute live shots and field interviews.<\/li>\n<li>Pitch stories to news managers and producers that are relevant to the local community.<\/li>\n<li>Secure in-person interviews with key sources, witnesses, and subject matter experts to add depth to coverage.<\/li>\n<li>Research and analyze background information related to news stories to provide complete and accurate reporting.<\/li>\n<li>Write and present news content in a clear, conversational, and engaging manner.<\/li>\n<li>Review and edit scripts for accuracy, grammar, punctuation, and adherence to editorial style and formatting guidelines.<\/li>\n<li>Evaluate notes and isolate key facts and details from events and interviews to shape the story.<\/li>\n<li>Determine a story\u2019s emphasis, length, and format and organize material accordingly.<\/li>\n<li>Develop stories from leads and tips, evaluating their potential and conducting follow-up research.<\/li>\n<li>Discuss issues with producers and news managers to establish story priorities and station positioning.<\/li>\n<li>Use reference materials such as books, archives, or public records to obtain relevant facts.<\/li>\n<li>Revise stories as needed to meet editorial approval, time requirements, or platform specifications.<\/li>\n<li>Produce and present reports across all platforms, including broadcast, web, and digital extensions.<\/li>\n<li>Provide updates and context throughout live segments, adapting quickly to breaking developments.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain a strong knowledge of local news, community issues, and current events.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure accuracy, fairness, and journalistic integrity in all reporting.<\/li>\n<li>Represent the station professionally in the field, interacting with the public, officials, and community members.<\/li>\n<li>Engage with viewers on social media, providing updates, responding to questions, and building audience connection.<\/li>\n<li>Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Requirements &amp; Skills:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bachelor&#8217;s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience<\/li>\n<li>Fluency in English<\/li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.<\/li>\n<li>Minimum two years&#8217; experience in news reporting<\/li>\n<li>Superior on-air presence<\/li>\n<li>Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment<\/li>\n<li>Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously<\/li>\n<li>Valid driver&#8217;s license with a good driving record<\/li>\n<li>Flexibility to work any shift<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Physical &amp; Field Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, walk moderate distances, and stand for extended periods. Comfortable operating in unfamiliar environments, including areas without paved access.<\/li>\n<li>Must be able to collaborate effectively in the field with photographers and production staff, including lifting up to 35 lbs and assisting with equipment setup and breakdown as needed.<\/li>\n<li>Must be available to work early morning hours and travel overnight to neighbor islands when required.<\/li>\n<li>This is a highly active, field-based position that involves frequent work in dynamic and unpredictable conditions, particularly during breaking news coverage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Apply Online URL:<\/b><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com\/nexstar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com\/nexstar&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1777727639879000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0jQEJS0T4Vx0Et0qd5YOu1\">https:\/\/nexstar.wd5.<wbr \/>myworkdayjobs.com\/nexstar<\/a><br \/>\n<b><br \/>\nJob Req #:<\/b><br \/>\nREQ-41101<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1935,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"job_types":[21,22,23],"class_list":["post-4591","job","type-job","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","job_types-news","job_types-on-air","job_types-production"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.hawaiibroadcasters.org\/files\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job\/4591","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.hawaiibroadcasters.org\/files\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.hawaiibroadcasters.org\/files\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.hawaiibroadcasters.org\/files\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1935"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.hawaiibroadcasters.org\/files\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4591"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_types","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.hawaiibroadcasters.org\/files\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_types?post=4591"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}