Multi-Media Journalist– APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW TV | Kennewick, WA
About The Position
Apple Valley News Now is seeking an innovative storyteller interested in reporting local news. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic who want to learn it all: shooting, writing, editing and live news production. It is truly one of those jobs that will be what you make of it. You’ll get a supportive work environment with co-workers and managers who value your work, your time and your perspective. This position is for KVEW-TV in Kennewick, Washington. The fast-growing Tri-Cities area (Kennewick/Pasco/Richland) offers 300 days of sunshine and a great lifestyle for outdoorsy types and proximity to Pacific Northwest hotspots Spokane, Seattle and Portland.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field, or experience with social media platforms and storytelling
- Sound editorial judgment and broad knowledge of journalism ethics and libel laws
- Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
- Ability to work under pressure as an individual and with a team
- Ability to lift and carry 20 pounds
Nice To Haves
- Ability to edit using Adobe Suite preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Enterprise compelling stories for newscasts, website and other platforms
- Shoot and edit video with TV news cameras, digital devices, production software and apps
- Create content for our social platforms and engage with followers and fans
- Create articles on your stories for our website
- Maintain contacts and foster relationships in the community
- Complete work as assigned by the news director
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- prescription
- life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program benefits
- long-term disability insurance
- flexible spending account
- 401(k)
- health savings account
- employee referral program
- paid time off including vacation time equivalent to 80 hours/year depending on start date
- 1 hour of sick time for every 40 hours worked
- 2 personal days
- 9 paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
