Multimedia Content Journalist - Spectrum News

The Multimedia Content Journalist I (MCJ) role is responsible for pitching, researching, writing, shooting, and editing local news stories, including news-of-day and feature packages, for linear and digital platforms. You will work closely with production staff to deliver accurate and timely news coverage to our audience.

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This role requires a strong sense of curiosity, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in fast-paced on-the-go environments. The ideal candidate will have a passion for journalism and storytelling, with the ability to identify compelling stories and present them in a clear and engaging manner.

WHAT OUR MULTIMEDIA CONTENT JOURNALIST EXPECT FROM THE ROLE

• Pitch, research, write, shoot and edit local news stories, including news-of-day and feature packages, for linear and digital platforms.
• Generate original story ideas and develop fresh angles/perspectives on those stories.
• Develop sources for original reporting.
• Deliver on-air content, including live reports during breaking news events and VO/SOTs, for linear and digital platforms, up to 40% depending on editorial priorities.
• Shoot, write, and edit VOs and VO/SOTs.
• Fulfill on-air duties demonstrating energy, confidence, professional appearance and voice quality.
• Collaborate with local and remote production staff as well as work well independently.
• Meet required deadlines according to Executive Producer's instructions.
• Manage general upkeep of assigned company vehicle and equipment.
• Responsible for representing Spectrum News in a professional manner.
• Adhere to Spectrum News's standards and practices.
  

Required Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or related field or comparable television work experience
• Experience:
  • Television News Reporting experience - 1 year required, 2 years preferred
• Skills:
  • Turn news stories for linear and digital on a daily basis
  • Demonstrate superb news judgement
  • Effective writing skills and strong knowledge of AP style
  • Solve the challenges that come with dynamic news coverage in field environment
  • Ability to anticipate situations and meet strict deadlines Interpersonal skills and excellent collaboration skills
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment and interact with all personnel within the organization
  • Knowledge of current events and industry trends
  • Attention to detail
  • Familiarity with the local market
  • Ability to work rapidly and accurately
  • Must be self-motivated and have the ability to build relationships
  • Proven ability to report live stories
    Requires adaptability, enthusiasm, initiative and a positive approach to problem solving
• Technical Skills:
  • Shoot and edit video for television in a timely fashion
  • Knowledge of social media platforms
• Travel:
  • Ability to drive a company vehicle to and from assigned location while obeying all traffic laws
  • Valid driver's license for authorized driving in the State of residence
  • Drives company vehicle to and from different locations in a safe manner by obeying all traffic laws
• Schedule:
  • Ability work weekends and holidays
  • Ability to work under time pressure deadlines and willing and able to work different shifts or longer shifts due to "breaking news" and severe weather emergencies
• Working Conditions:
  • Work inside in a climate-controlled environment and outside throughout the year and may be subjected to various weather conditions that could include extreme heat or cold conditions
  • Ability to distinguish colors and discern sounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a 24-hour news channel

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