Multimedia Journalist

Responsibilities

• Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Coverage of breaking news, weather and sports
• Put together high-quality packages
• Collaborate with reporters on packages, special reports and documentaries
• Develop sources, create story ideas, and produce content on-air, online, and all digital platforms
• Schedule and produce live shots and live interviews
• Track news stories

Requirements

• Professional or schooling experience in television news reporting, photography and editing
• Creative writer and editor
• Must deliver with authenticity to connect with viewers
• Can provide samples of reporting and photography
• Experience developing local contacts
• Experience shooting and editing high-quality video
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production

Qualifications

• Values in Action at Hearst Television
• Benefits offered by Hearst Television

Skills

• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong storytelling skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in video editing software
• Knowledge of broadcast journalism principles

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services

About the Role

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

Schedule

The schedule for this position includes mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Pay

Details regarding pay are not specified in the job description.