Political Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

Sinclair Broadcast Group•Cedar Rapids, IA

About The Position

KGAN is seeking a political Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to report on state politics from the Des Moines bureau. The role involves reporting, shooting, and editing news stories; developing story ideas and contacts; and performing other assigned responsibilities. The MMJ will produce daily content for television and platforms including the internet, social networking sites, and mobile phones. Applicants should include a link to their online demo reel when applying. Sinclair describes its workplace as an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace and highlights benefits, an open-door policy, upward mobility, and support for employee success.

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of reporting experience.
  • Experience with live shots.
  • Sharp news judgment.
  • Ability to tell an NPPA-style story.
  • Excellent technical skills.
  • Ability to work well independently.
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
  • Passion for state politics.
  • Include a link to an online demo reel when applying online.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with Live-U.

Responsibilities

  • Report, shoot, and edit news stories.
  • Enterprise story ideas and develop contacts.
  • Produce daily content on state politics for television, the internet, social networking sites, and mobile phones.
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned from the Des Moines bureau.

Benefits

  • Great benefits
  • Open-door policy
  • Upward mobility
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