News 12 Multimedia Journalist

Altice USA • New York, NY

10d • $64,260 - $105,570

About The Position

News 12 is seeking an assertive, self-starting Multimedia Journalist to deliver high-quality, hyper-local news and storytelling. The journalist will generate story ideas, develop sources, pursue leads, and produce and present stories and other content across all platforms, including social media. The role focuses on covering local communities and issues, gathering and creating original news reports, and responding to breaking news. The position requires working independently in a one-person multimedia environment and representing News 12 professionally in the community.

Requirements

• One year of full-time professional news reporting experience is preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a one-person band, backpack, multimedia environment.
• Ability to edit using non-linear systems such as Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere.
• Knowledge of local and national current events, newsmakers, and issues.
• Knowledge of libel laws and the ethical foundations of journalism.
• Excellent news-writing ability for all platforms, including social media.
• Proficiency in writing web and digital copy for all stories.
• Proficiency in current and emerging newsgathering and production technologies.
• Ability to think quickly and respond appropriately in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to create unique, imaginative, and original work.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license in good standing in the state of current residence.
• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work inside a climate-controlled office or studio and outside in all weather conditions, including extremes of hot and cold temperatures and wet or humid conditions.
• Flexibility to work any assigned shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and to work longer shifts due to breaking news.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications preferred; a Master's degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Generate story ideas, develop sources, maintain contacts, pursue leads, and produce and present stories and other content for all platforms, including social media.
• Shoot, write, and edit content clearly and creatively.
• Operate assigned camera and editing gear.
• Gather information, video content, interviews, and other elements needed to produce thorough, high-quality news reports.
• Maintain familiarity with hyper-local news events to generate original stories.
• Represent News 12 positively in the community in a courteous and professional manner.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Respond to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required.
• Write web and digital copy for all stories.

What This Job Offers

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