Multimedia Journalist, KERO

About the role

KERO, the E.W. Scripps ABC affiliate in Bakersfield, California, is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to bring compelling stories to life across multiple platforms.

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, determine slant or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
• Sell video and still photos to illustrate stories
• Edit, or assist in editing, 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
• Assist news producer in preparing newscast
• Aid 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

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
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits
• 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.
• Compensation Range: Hourly: $25.97 - $25.97
• Additional Benefits: A career path to grow your professional experiences
  Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
  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.

Pay

$25.97 per hour

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

• Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in California.
• Additional Benefits: A career path to grow your professional experiences
  Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
  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.