TV Multi-Media Journalist

About the Role

Assists with various aspects of news production. Responsible for shooting, writing, editing, and publishing content, coordinating and conducting interviews, and representing the station in community-related events. Reports to the News Director.

Responsibilities

• Creates multimedia content for multi-platform distribution (TV & digital)
• Shoots, writes, and edits daily stories
• Coordinates, organizes, and conducts interviews
• Develops and maintains a network of contacts providing access to exclusive stories
• Assists producers in establishing sources, finding and executing enterprise news investigations, building and maintaining a strong list of story ideas
• Works directly with Assignments Editor on daily story gathering and creation
• Represents the station in community-related events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism, or related field
• Fluent in Spanish (high level of reading, writing, and speaking the language is essential)
• Strong English reading, writing, and speaking skills
• Reporting, shooting, writing, and editing experience with a good ratings track record
• Knowledge of local and national news events
• Knowledge of INews and Adobe Premiere editing software preferred

Schedule

This is a Full-Time position. Actual schedule and hours may vary. Must be willing to undertake shift work associated with a 24/7 news operation and work holidays.

Location: McAllen, TX

Position Type: Full Time