News/Sports Multimedia Journalist
Job Description
Presents news & sports stories and other content for Linear, Digital, CTV App, Social, and other platforms
Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Dynamic and compelling presenter and storyteller
Writes and presents news & sports stories clearly and concisely
Produces newscasts & sports segments and communicates clear direction with team members
Assists in writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating news & sports programming and other content
Conducts interviews with news & sports personnel and others
Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required
Participates in promotional activities including public appearances
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Edits video clips as assigned
Writes content for the website and other digital platforms
Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
Requirements & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting (More or less depending on market size)
- Superior on-air presence
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
- Flexibility to work any shift