Develops, writes and reports daily news stories and events and presents information live or on tape. Coordinates with assignment desk and producers. Gathers, packages and brokers information about a news topic to the general public. The work performed is for all media platforms and initiatives, including on-air, website, app and social media. II. Essential Job FunctionsWeight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results50% Receives assignments and evaluates leads/tips to develop story ideas. Develops, writes, reports and edits video news stories from concept to finish. Researches and compiles information into a written story that is ready for on-air delivery. Generates story ideas, cultivates news sources and remains knowledgeable regarding places, events and people in the news. Shoots and edits video as necessary.30% Provides daily story notes outlining ideas for future stories. Passes along facts uncovered concerning ongoing projects. Provides progress reports on story checks. Shares information relating to upcoming events, meetings or story developments. Presents news stories or reports via on air, live from the set, live remotes or live indoor locations.10% Maintains contacts within business community to report promptly on new or continuing events.10% Serves as community ambassador for the news department. Responds to concerns of viewers. Makes personal appearances on behalf of the station. Attends station sponsored promotion events as scheduled.100%