Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal and good organizational skillsStrong on-camera skills with the ability to read narration effectively and ability to work under time pressure deadlinesStrong computer skills and ability to work with common office software systemsAbility to think quickly and respond appropriately in high pressure situationsAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulationsSolid news judgment, with knowledge of current local news and newsmakersAbility to make quick decisions, multi-task, and work effectively and efficiently under pressure and deadlinesThe ability to turn a wide range of hard news stories quicklyUnderstand the tenants of professional JournalismStressful environment requiring patience, sensitivity and strong people skills