Multimedia Journalist, WPTV (St. Lucie County)

KSHB / KMCI / The EW Scripps Company•West Palm Beach, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

WPTV, the NBC affiliate in West Palm Beach, Florida, is seeking a Multimedia Journalist based in St. Lucie County. The role develops and delivers community-focused journalism across platforms, building trusted relationships and reporting on stories relevant to local audiences. The journalist owns stories from pitch through production, combining reporting, writing, video and still photography, and multimedia publishing. The position may involve on-camera appearances, live reports from event locations or a mobile broadcast unit, and collaboration with photographers, news producers, and online staff.

Requirements

Computer literacy, including familiarity with newsroom computer systems.
Strong broadcast and AP-style writing skills.
Proficiency posting content to various websites.
Self-motivation and ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance meeting the company's required limits.

Nice To Haves

BS/BA in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred.
Generally, 3+ years of experience in a related field preferred.
Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred.
Knowledge of broadcast-quality camera equipment.
Experience editing video on Final Cut Pro systems or similar equipment.

Responsibilities

Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and tips to develop story ideas.
Gather and verify facts through interviews, observation, and research.
Organize material, determine story emphasis, and write stories according to editorial style and format standards.
Shoot video and still photographs to illustrate stories.
Edit, or assist in editing, videos for multimedia platforms.
Appear on television for taped interviews or narration.
Give live reports from event locations or a mobile broadcast unit.
Work cooperatively with an assigned photographer, when applicable.
Assist the news producer in preparing newscasts.
Assist online staff in preparing multimedia stories.