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Local News Reporter

HEARST STATIONS INC
Baltimore, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 11/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/6/2027

WBAL-TV, the NBC affiliate in Baltimore, Maryland is looking for a Reporter who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You will be a strong, take-charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. We value strong enterprise reporting and we're looking for someone who finds the stories that lead newscasts. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality, you are not afraid to head out into the field, ask the tough questions and break the big stories. You will be a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the Assistant News Director.

Responsibilities
  • Plan, gather and assemble stories on day-of news or special project assignments
  • Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
  • Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance
  • Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day
  • Work on different stories and projects at once and meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.
  • Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
Requirements
  • Professional reporting experience
  • Experience with enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details
  • Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work
  • Write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports images gathered
  • Can work in all weather conditions
  • Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
  • Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record
  • Work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
  • Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
  • Related military experience will be considered
Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

  • Medical | Dental | Vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Emotional Wellness Support
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • LGBTQ Health Services
  • Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

 

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