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WPVI Reporter

Apply NowApply Later Job ID 10059075 Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Business Walt Disney Television Date posted Aug. 11, 2023

Job Summary:

The original Action News is looking for a Reporter. The ideal candidate has rock solid delivery, stellar news judgment, strong writing skills and an impressive live TV presence.

As the #1 station in the #4 market, WPVI has a reputation for accurate, unbiased reporting that this person should be able to uphold. He/she should also be able to cultivate sources for enterprise and breaking stories, as well as engage with viewers in meaningful ways on social media. Great communication skills and a positive, team-player attitude are a must.

This person may be asked to participate in community events outside of workday anchor or reporting tasks as assigned. Duties may require work on nights, mornings, weekends or holidays.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 3 years of television reporting experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Dalet and/or knowledge of the Philadelphia area are both pluses.

Required Education:

  • A degree in broadcast journalism or another relevant field (or comparative work experience)

About Walt Disney Television:

Walt Disney Television (WDT) redefines the future of media and entertainment. Delivering compelling creative, great storytelling, ground-breaking technology, high-impact marketing and innovative distribution, WDT offers multiple opportunities to build a career that supports entertaining and informing the world. A key unit of The Walt Disney Company, one of the world's most admired vertically integrated media enterprises, WDT includes global live action and animation entertainment, news, owned television stations, and radio. If you've got a passion to join our team of talented professionals we want to hear your story.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Disney Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with WPVI Television (Philadelphia), LLC, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Television.

WPVI Television (Philadelphia), LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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