Bilingual Multimedia Journalist, N. Santa Barbara County, KSBY
About The Position
KSBY, the E.W. Scripps NBC station in beautiful San Luis Obispo, California, is looking for a creative, driven and community-focused Multimedia Journalist to join our North Santa Barbara County team. If you are passionate about telling impactful stories that engage people across broadcast, digital, and social platforms, this is a chance to bring your talent to a station that is committed to public service journalism. As a beat reporter, you'll cover towns and cities along California's stunning Central Coast - a vibrant region packed with breathtaking scenery and diverse cultures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field preferred
- At least two years of experience in a related field is preferred
- Excellent news judgment and commitment to accuracy
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work flexible hours, including holidays, evenings and weekends
- Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in videography and non-linear editing experience preferred
- Capability to work independently researching, writing, shooting, and editing stories
- Strong storytelling skills with an understanding of diverse audience engagement
- Self-motivation and ability to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
Responsibilities
- Pitch and develop news stories for broadcast, digital, and social media platforms
- Consistently generate impactful local enterprise stories
- Develop and maintain strong community contacts
- Work with managers to develop story ideas and coverage plans for your beat area
- Gather and verify information through research, observation, and interviews
- Record and edit video, conduct interviews, and use graphics to enhance storytelling
- Deliver live reports from the field or appear on camera for recorded segments
- Write online and broadcast stories that adhere to editorial style and AP format
- Engage audiences and promote stories through an active social media presence
- Meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
- Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
