Multimedia Journalist, Kern River Valley, KERO
About the role
Join Bakersfield, California's trusted news leader, as a Multimedia Journalist reporting on the stunning Kern River Valley — where outdoor adventure meets compelling storytelling. This Scripps-owned ABC station has a proud tradition of developing exceptional entry-level journalists into seasoned professionals; as a Multimedia Journalist you’ll be at the heart of storytelling, covering the stories that matter most to our community while building the foundation for a successful broadcast journalism career.
Responsibilities
- Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas
- Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research
- Organize material and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
- Sell video and still photos to illustrate stories
- Edit videos for all multimedia platforms
- Appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration
- Give live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit
- Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned
- Absorb news producer in preparing newscast
- Absorb online staff in preparing for multimedia stories
Requirements
- BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
- Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred
- Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required
Qualifications
- Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems
- Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred
- Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
- Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment
- Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
- Proficient at posting content to various websites
- Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Benefits
- Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in California.
- A career path to grow your professional experiences
- Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
- Retail retirement savings plan with company match
- Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program.
Compensation Range
Hourly: $25.97 - $28.58
Additional Benefits
- More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.
Company Commitment
We are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections.
About Scripps
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating connection. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its longtime motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”