Investigative Multimedia Journalist - Spectrum News 13

Charter Spectrum•Orlando, FL

61d

About The Position

In your role as an Investigative Multimedia Journalist (MMJ), you'll get to the heart of every story by talking to members of your community. This position will focus on investigative reporting, discovering and uncovering issues that impact our communities but may or may not be widely known. Our MMJs are enterprising storytellers who uncover perspectives that might otherwise go unreported. From pitching to writing, shooting, interviewing, and editing, you'll take ownership of each step of the storytelling process and hone a wide range of skills. You'll also be part of a collaborative team that creates compelling, timely, and accurate coverage to connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms. As a part of Spectrum News, you're creative, highly technical, and ready to bring your community's stories to life in our newsroom. You value accuracy and want to leverage your curiosity and storytelling abilities to share inspiring news across multiple platforms. Each day is fast paced in a constantly evolving work environment with new stories to tell and perspectives to uncover. If you're a nimble, passionate team player, you'll find a home on our team.

Requirements

Television news reporting - 3+ years
Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field; or comparable television work experience
Ability to shoot videos, understanding of video editing software, and utilize social media effectively
Ability to communicate effectively on camera and through writing and verbal expression
An innate curiosity and a sense of urgency when it comes to creating compelling stories, lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds
Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
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, ability work weekends and holidays
Valid driver's license for authorized driving in the state of residence

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a 24-hour news channel

Responsibilities

Pitching
Writing
Shooting
Interviewing
Editing
Creating compelling, timely, and accurate coverage to connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms

Benefits

Community Impact: You will play an important role in connecting people to and informing them about their local communities
Supportive Teams: Be part of a strong community that gives you opportunities to network and grow and wants to see you succeed
Dynamic Growth: The growth of our industry and evolving technology powers our employees' careers as they move up or around the company
Total Rewards: See all the ways we invest in you-at work and in life

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