Senior Reporter Jobs in Alabama

A Senior Reporter in the publishing industry plays a crucial role in researching, writing, and editing news stories or features. They often specialize in a particular field, such as politics, business, or sports. They are typically responsible for developing story ideas, conducting interviews, verifying information, and writing and editing articles in a compelling and accurate manner. Senior Reporters are also expected to maintain professionalism while dealing with sensitive or controversial issues and should possess excellent decision-making skills to determine the newsworthiness of events.

To become a Senior Reporter, an individual should have a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field. Proficiency in using word processing and media editing software, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and an ability to work under tight deadlines, are necessary. Previous job roles that could lead to this position include Junior Reporter, News Writer, or Correspondent. Experience in investigative reporting and a sound understanding of media law and ethics are also advantageous for this role. Some employers may prefer candidates with a certification from a recognized journalism body.

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Multimedia Journalists

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 7 hours ago

Multimedia Journalists WAAY - TV, Alabama Broadcasters Association's Station of the Year is seeking Multimedia Journalists. If you're looking for a bunch of cliches in this listing hit the back...

Sports Reporter

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago

The Sports Reporter is responsible for researching, writing, capturing visual content and editing stories for multiple platforms. Produces and presents sports reports for all platforms Ensures...

Proposal Writer

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 7 days ago

Proposal Writer CVS Health - 3.2 Montgomery, AL Job Details Full-time $21.10 - $49.08 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Health insurance Flexible spending account Tuition...

Multi Media Journalist [Birmingham]

  • Mountain Brook, AL
  • 12 days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL
  • 12 days ago

WVTM, the NBC affiliate in Birmingham, AL, is looking for a Multimedia Journalist who can identify important story ideas, shoot and edit video news packages and present in a compelling manor. The...

Multi-Skilled Journalist [Remote]

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 12 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 12 days ago

WZDX-TV Huntsville, the FOX TEGNA affiliate, is looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Journalist to help maintain our tradition of superior reporting and newsgathering. We are interested in...

Remote Work

Anchor Multimedia Journalist [Webb]

  • Webb, AL
  • 12 days ago
  • Webb, AL
  • 12 days ago

Nexstar Media Group is America's largest local television and media company with 197 full power stations (including partner stations) in 115 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television...

MMJ Reporter [Huntsville]

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 12 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 12 days ago

MMJ Reporter MMJ/ REPORTER - WAFF (SAND MOUNTAIN BUREAU) About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc....

HOST/REPORTER-WBHM University of Alabama, Birmingham

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary: Come be the newest afternoon host at WBHM, with a newsroom that has won multiple national Murrow Awards in recent years. The afternoon host is the local voice in Birmingham...

Host/Reporter-Wbhm

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary\: Come be the newest afternoon host at WBHM, with a newsroom that has won multiple national Murrow Awards in recent years. The afternoon host is the local voice in Birmingham...

Multi Media Journalist

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago

WVTM, the NBC affiliate in Birmingham, AL, is looking for a Multimedia Journalist who can identify important story ideas, shoot and edit video news packages and present in a compelling manor. The...

Anchor / Multimedia Journalist

  • Webb, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Webb, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Nexstar Media Group is Americas largest local television and media company with 197 full power stations (including partner stations) in 115 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television...

Multi-Skilled Journalist

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Multi-Skilled Journalist AT TEGNA INC. WZDX-TV Huntsville About TEGNA TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) serves local communities across the U.S. through trustworthy journalism, engaging content, and tools...

Mmj/ Reporter - Waff (Sand Mountain Bureau)

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 30+ days ago

About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated...

Multimedia Journalist (Okaloosa County, FL Bureau)

  • Mobile, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 90+ days ago

WKRG-TV News 5, the Nexstar CBS television affiliate in the Mobile/Pensacola DMA, seeks a Multimedia Journalist to join our news team in our Okaloosa County, FL Bureau to cover Fort Walton Beach,...

News Reporter/Mmj - Wbrc

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 90+ days ago

About Gray Media: Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We...

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Salary for Senior Reporter Jobs in Alabama

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Highest Education Level

Senior Reporters in Alabama offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.2%
Master's Degree
23.2%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Associate's Degree
2.8%
High School or GED
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.5%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%


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