Multimedia Journalist, WKBW
KSHB / KMCI / The EW Scripps Company•Buffalo, NY
•$30 - $35•Onsite
About The Position
WKBW, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Buffalo, NY, is looking for a passionate Multimedia Journalist to join our team. In this role, you'll research, write, capture visual content, and edit stories that inform and engage our community — from the field to the digital screen. If you thrive in a fast-paced newsroom and are ready to make a real impact on the audience we serve, we want to hear from you.
Requirements
- BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
- Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred
- Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits
- Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems
- Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
- Proficient at posting content to various websites
- Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Nice To Haves
- Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred
- Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
- Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment
Responsibilities
- Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
- Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
- Organize material, determine slant or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
- Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories.
- Edit, or assists in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.
- Appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration.
- Give live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.
- Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned.
- Assist news producer in preparing newscast.
- Assist online staff in preparing for multi media stories.
Benefits
- A career path to grow your professional experiences
- Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- disability accident insurance
- hospital indemnity
- critical illness
- life insurance
- AD&D
- ID protection
- pet discount program
- employee assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
