Multimedia Journalist - Freelance

Optimum • New York, NY

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About The Position

News 12 is our award-winning, hyper local news station covering communities throughout Long Island, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Westchester, Hudson Valley, Connecticut and New Jersey. News 12 New York is our National streaming service for regional news, weather and News 12 originals.

If you’re committed to delivering high quality news and storytelling with a hyper local lens, we have positions available for both on and off-air talent with opportunities for development and growth.Job SummaryNews 12 is looking for an assertive, self-starting Freelance Multimedia Journalist. The ideal candidate should be able to generate story ideas, develop sources, pursue leads, produce and present stories and other content for all platforms including social media. We're looking for motivated local journalists willing to dive deeply into community issues and do stories that matter.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications preferred, Master's degree is a plus
• One year full-time professional news reporting experience, preferred
• Ability to work independently in a one-person band, backpack, multimedia environment
• Ability to edit on non-linear systems i.e., Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere
• Knowledge of local and national current events, newsmakers, and issues
• Knowledge of libel laws and ethical foundations of journalism
• Excellent news writing ability for all platforms including social media
• Proficiency in writing web/digital copy for all stories
• Proficiency in current and emerging newsgathering and production technologies
• Ability to think quickly and respond appropriately in high pressure situations
• Ability to create work that is unique, imaginative, and original
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing within the state of current residence.
• Ability to lift, carry and maneuver up to 40lbs
• Ability to work inside a climate-controlled office/studio environment and outside in all weather conditions including extremes in hot and cold temperature, wet or humid conditions
• Flexibility to work any assigned shift with ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays; or longer shifts due to breaking news
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Please note that at this time, we do not provide visa sponsorship for employment.

Responsibilities

• Generate story ideas, develop sources, maintain contacts, pursue leads, produce and present stories and other content for all platforms including social media.
• Shoot, write and edit clearly and creatively.
• Operate assigned camera and editing gear.
• Gather information, video content, interviews, and other elements necessary to produce thorough, high-quality news reports.
• Maintain a deep level of familiarity with hyper-local news events in order to generate original stories.
• Represent News 12 positively in the community in a courteous and professional manner.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Respond to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required.
• Write web/digital copy for all stories.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level