Hearst Television Inc. KMBC-TV, the ABC affiliate in Kansas City, 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 News Director. Responsibilities Plan, gather and assemble stories on day-of news or special project assignments. Work with or without a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound. Coordinate with news managers and...

Hearst Television Inc. KMBC-TV, the ABC affiliate in Kansas City, is looking for someone to join the First/Alert Weather team who can also report several days a week. We are looking for a meteorologist who knows the science and can tell a relatable weather story in our weekend morning newscasts. The successful candidate will also serve as a general assignment reporter several times each week. This role reports to the News Director. Responsibilities Get our viewers ready for their weekends with accurate, compelling, and understandable weather forecasts. Provide urgent and immediate weather information before and during severe weather events. Can simultaneously provide content on TV, for our radio partners, and on our digital platforms. Several weekdays of general assignment reporting on a wide range of stories in Kansas City. Requirements Professional on-air experience handling breaking news and severe weather coverage. In-depth knowledge of weather...

Hearst Television Inc. KMBC-TV, the Hearst owned ABC affiliate in Kansas City, has an opening for a full-time Local News Editor. You will cover news stories as assigned. You have an excellent eye for visual compelling storytelling and is passionate about combining writing and storytelling with great pictures and sound. The position requires a good understanding of a file-based workflow and non-linear editing systems. You will also assist in some media/archive management. Knowledge and experience with Adobe Premier and Bitcentral preferred. You are detail orientated, perform well under deadlines, and have good time management skills. We are looking for someone who understands the importance of using natural sound, knows how to create continuity when editing a news story, and values visual storytelling. Responsibilities Edit stories, videos, and newscasts on tight deadlines Maintain news archives Operate electronic newsgathering equipment Nonlinear editing using...