Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) -Danville VA Bureau

Sinclair Broadcast Group•Lynchburg, VA

17h

About The Position

WSET ABC 13 is looking for a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) for our Danville, Virginia bureau. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television. ABC 13 is the station where Accountability Matters! Our reporters are strong enterprise storytellers and are not afraid to question government leaders. Danville is one of the fastest growing areas of Virginia. Located along Virginia's border with North Carolina, Danville is home to a new Caesars Casino. It is also a short driving distance from Smith Mountain Lake, Raleigh NC and Charlotte. The Danville bureau has two MMJs and a dedicated videographer.

Requirements

Sharp news judgment
Excellent technical skills including Sony Camera, LIVEU, and AVID editing software.
Our MMJs turing daily packages and live shots and have a strong social media presence
The ability to work well independently
Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record
A minimum of 2 years reporting experience is required
Experience with live shots is required
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Live-U is a plus

Responsibilities

Reporting
Shooting and editing news stories
Enterprising story ideas
Developing contacts
Produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television