Multimedia Journalist

Job Description

WGME CBS13 / WPFO FOX 23 in Portland, Maine is a trusted brand providing Maine viewers with local news, weather, sports, entertainment, and social media content. We hire talented people who wish to excel in the television and digital content industry. Our team is filled with spirit, passion and imagination. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, aggressive, and creative Multimedia Journalist (MMJ).

Interested candidates should be highly skilled, a self-starter, have sharp news judgment, and be a creative journalist. You must also be able to work under deadline pressure. The right candidate will win on the web and actively use social media. We are a reporter-driven shop where everyone must enterprise great stories and utilize good storytelling techniques. We thrive on owning the big story of the day with team coverage and our team is top-notch. The ability to focus stories and work well with others is key.

Skills and Experience:
• Sharp news judgment
• The ability to tell an NPPA style story
• Excellent technical skills
• The ability to work well independently
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record

Requirements and Qualifications:
• A minimum of 1-2 years reporting experience is required
• Experience with live shots is required
• Experience with Live-U is a plus

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rjwboe-3-141-41-187-42 in your application.