Multimedia Journalist

Company: SPECTRUM
Location: Irving
Posted on: October 16, 2020

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

Our Multimedia Journalists (MMJ) bring impactful, creative, local stories to viewers. They research,

develop, shoot, interview, edit, produce and deliver compelling, contextual coverage on deadline while

capturing quality visual content. Contributes to special features and stories. Participates in coordinating

coverage of major stories, breaking news and specials.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Create original news stories with a focus on character-driven, innovative storytelling; gather

information for news stories using beat sources, contacts and leads

Build contacts and sources within the assigned community

Report within assigned deadlines

Deliver news reports, including live reports, demonstrating energy, confidence, professional

appearance and voice quality

Write, shoot and edit news stories for an assigned newscast or news series

Combine video, audio and graphics to tell the story effectively

Work with a photographer on occasion

Work with assignment desk editors and production staff and independently in the news-gathering

process

Manage general upkeep of assigned company equipment

Responsible for representing channel in a professional manner

Establish a community presence outside of the newscasts

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Must have sufficiently strong story development skills to submit original story ideas on a daily basis

Live shot experience required

Must be able to develop sources, work a beat, and break stories

Must have strong on-camera skills

Must have ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and work under time pressure deadline

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Ability to clearly communicate solutions

Ability to relate well with diverse populations and age groups

Ability to interface with internal company personnel

Ability to handle breaking news on-air

Requires adaptability, enthusiasm, initiative and a positive approach to problem solving

Must obtain and maintain a valid driver?s license for authorized driving in the State of residence

Education & Experience:

Bachelor?s degree in Journalism or related field or comparable television work experience preferred

3+ years of television news experience

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