Lifestyle Multimedia Journalist, WCPO

Scripps•Cincinnati, OH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for connecting brands with audiences through compelling video content? WCPO, The E.W. Scripps ABC affiliate in Cincinnati, Ohio, is seeking a dynamic Content Creator who will drive sales revenue through innovative lifestyle stories and sponsored content across multiple platforms. You'll be at the intersection of creativity and commerce, developing engaging content that resonates with our local community while building lasting partnerships with clients.

Requirements

BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
Generally 3+ years of experience in related field preferred
Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.
Proven success in developing, growing, and maintaining a social following using creative video; viewed as a local influencer
Skilled in videography and non-linear
Skilled in professional shooting and editing
Highly creative and versatile
Highly self-motivated and driven
Ability to independently shoot and host video segments
Ability to create and build upon brand growing viewers and subscribers from multimedia platforms
Working knowledge of advanced camera equipment, audio and lighting equipment
Ability to edit video on various editing applications
Broadcast quality lighting and editing skills
Confidence to direct and coach others
Familiar with digital based storage and servers
Familiar with on-location shooting and editing
Working knowledge of After Effects
Proficient computer literacy
Strong team collaboration skills
Effective communicator and presenter
Ability to work well under pressure and daily deadlines
Knowledge and demonstration of editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws
Ability to work independently on larger, moderately complex projects
Ability to work effectively with sales clients
Ability to create motion graphics

Responsibilities

Create and develop paid content ideas for multiple platforms specific to platform type.
Learn and leverage knowledge of the local community to develop timely and relevant video concepts.
Independently produce and host sponsored video content.
Independently perform video recording and photography for a wide range of station projects, including feature packages, tease bumpers, sales presentations, promotional spots and programming.
Work with clients, talent, account executives, sales leadership, digital director, and commercial production with proficiency in on-location and studio production to develop sales sponsored content.
Attend sales meetings, client brainstorming sessions, and occasionally attend client meetings exploring the concept of a paid segment or video series.
Conduct Pre-production calls with clients to set expectations of their paid content segment.
Coordinate client shoots.
May develop non-paid lifestyle content for local broadcast day shows.
Collaborate with creative teams to improve editing styles for greater viewer relevance.
Periodically appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration or as host.
May report live from the field or events.
Write social post descriptions and paid content on station website.
Maintain local programming video and music library.
Maintain photography equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.