Alabama State Capitol Bureau News Reporter

Skip to main contentSign InAlabama State Capitol Bureau News Reporter page is loadedAlabama State Capitol Bureau News ReporterApplylocationsAL, Birminghamtime typeFull timeposted onPosted 20 Days Agojob requisition idREQ-39391The News Reporter for the State Capitol Bureau in Alabama, collects, analyzes and presents facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation or observation for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers for four Alabama and surrounding Nexstar stations.Build network of informational sources that will enable the company to stay ahead of its competitors. Cover Alabama legislature during sessions January thru May and special legislative sessionsPresent clear, creative and accurate live shots. Live shots for all Alabama and surrounding Nexstar stationsGather accurate and interesting information for newscast presentations. Governor day to day coverage, press conferences, dignitaries from other States and Countries visiting State Capitol for meetings with GovernorDevelop ideas for news, feature and enterprise pieces, as well as investigative stories specifically to State Government stories, (Many initiatives presented every week affecting Alabamians) Attorney General court cases and decisions, and State Supreme Court DecisionsCollect and analyze facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observation including Economic announcements and jobs coming to the State, Alabama Tourism announcements, and initiatives and effects on the StateCampaign coverage from Montgomery (State, Congressional)Investigate State Government waste reportsProduce accurate, complete and compelling news copy on deadline.Determines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordinglyResearches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate informationDiscusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positionsChecks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant factEnsures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production qualityWrites stories for the web and other eMedia platformsInteracts with viewers/users on social media sitesPerforms special projects and other duties as assignedRequirements & Skills:Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experienceFluency in EnglishExcellent communication skills, both oral and written.Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting (More or less depending on market size)Superior on-air presenceProficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipmentAbility to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyValid driver’s license with a good driving recordFlexibility to work any shiftLoading© 2026 Workday, Inc. All rights reserved.