Multimedia Journalist

Entravision Communications Corporation • Mcallen, TX

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About The Position

Assists with various aspects of news production. Responsible for shooting, writing, editing, and publishing content, coordinating and conducting interviews, and representing the station in community related events. Reports to the News Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communication, journalism, or related field.
• Must be fluent in Spanish (high level of reading, writing, and speaking the language is essential).
• Must have strong English, reading, writing and speaking skills.
• Reporting, shooting, writing, and editing experience with a good ratings track record.
• Be informed on news events locally and nationally.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of INews and Adobe Premiere editing software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creates multimedia content for multi-platform distribution (TV & digital).
• Shoots, writes, and edits daily stories.
• Coordinates, organizes and conducts interviews.
• Develops and maintains a network of contacts providing access to exclusive stories.
• Assists producers in establishing sources, finding and executing enterprise news investigations, building and maintaining a strong list of story ideas.
• Works directly with Assignments Editor on daily story gathering and creation
• Represents the station in community related events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees