Feature Reporter

Website FOX19 WXIX TV FOX19

Posted on: June 25, 2025
Apply by: August 1, 2025

Job Description

About Gray Television:
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 constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About WXIX:
WXIX-TV, FOX19 NOW, is the FOX affiliate serving Cincinnati and the Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana tri-state area, the nation’s 37th DMA. FOX19 NOW, the station that’s “Always Local, Always Now,” produces more than 73 hours of News per week. FOX19 NOW is the leader in Morning News with local coverage from 4:30 a.m. until Noon each weekday. The station airs early evening news from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on weekdays and the market’s #1 (A25-54) late, local News starting at 10:00 to 11:30 p.m. FOX19 NOW is the Flagship Station of the Cincinnati Bengals. FOX19 NOW is proud to serve the community on multiple platforms and broadcast some of the most popular programming in the Tri-State, including NFL on FOX, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy!, and the FOX prime time schedule.

Job Summary/Description:
WXIX Fox 19 NOW is searching for a full-time reporter to help with our new Lifestyle Segments, highlighting events and unique storytelling here in the Tri-State area of Cincinnati, OH. At least 1 year of on-air experience is preferred. Familiarity with ENPS and Edius, or Premiere Pro is a plus.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
• Provide on-camera contributions to a daily television show
• Pitching local story ideas for the show
• Assisting the Producer with writing show segments
• Maintaining a show social media account and assisting with all online content for the website
• Interviewing show guests/clients both in-studio and on location
• Research and present stories on the air
• Participating in events –either station-sponsored or others – to promote the show
• Closely working with the sales team and the executive producer on sponsored content
• Must have the ability to stay up to date on current events, what’s popular, trendy, etc.

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Proven experience as a reporter or on-air personality
• Resume reel required
• Ability to lift and carry equipment, including tripod, camera, and lights
• Ability to produce content in the field independently
• Strong ad-libbing and interview skills
• Ability to prioritize and address multiple projects with varying production timelines
• Must be energetic, positive, and great in a team environment
• Must be a highly motivated self-starter, able to work well alone and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

How to Apply

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now”, upload your resume, cover letter and references.

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.