Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

Sinclair Broadcast Group • Mobile, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

WPMI/WJTC is seeking a Multi-Media Journalist (MMJ). This role involves reporting, shooting, and editing news stories, as well as developing story ideas and contacts. The MMJ will be responsible for producing daily content across various platforms including television, internet, social networking sites, and mobile phones. Sinclair, Inc. is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports, operating or providing services to 178 television stations in 81 markets. The company also owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest, with its AMP Media producing digital content and original podcasts. Sinclair emphasizes a goal-oriented culture and employee success.

Requirements

• Sharp news judgment
• The ability to tell an NPPA style story
• Excellent technical skills
• The ability to shoot video
• The ability to edit video
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Live-U is a plus

Responsibilities

• Reporting news stories
• Shooting news stories
• Editing news stories
• Enterprising story ideas
• Developing contacts
• Producing daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

• great benefits
• open door policy
• upward mobility
• strong desire to see you succeed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees