Multimedia Journalist

Hearst • Birmingham, AL

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About The Position

WVTM, the NBC and CBS affiliate in Birmingham, Alabama, is seeking a motivated Multimedia Journalist who identifies important story ideas, shoots and edits video news packages, and presents stories compellingly. The journalist should enjoy storytelling and be prepared to deliver reports live. The role reports to the Assistant News Director.

The position covers breaking news, weather, and sports, and develops content for newscasts, online channels, and other digital platforms. Stories and live reports may be for morning or evening newscasts, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• Professional or educational experience in television news reporting, photography, and editing.
• Creative writing and editing skills.
• Ability to deliver stories authentically and connect with viewers.
• Ability to provide samples of reporting and photography.
• Experience developing local contacts.
• Experience shooting and editing high-quality video.
• Ability to handle the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.

Nice To Haves

• Related military experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts, including morning and evening broadcasts, weekends, and holidays.
• Cover breaking news, weather, and sports.
• Produce high-quality news packages.
• Collaborate with reporters on packages, special reports, and documentaries.
• Develop sources and create story ideas.
• Produce content for on-air, online, and digital platforms.
• Shoot live shots and live interviews, and track news stories.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional wellness support
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• LGBTQ+ health services
• Additional benefits to meet the employee's and family's needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed