Specialty Multimedia Journalist

Job Description

Specialty Multimedia Journalist, KMGH

KMGH, the E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Denver, Colorado is looking for a Specialty Multimedia Journalist. This is not an entry-level position. Instead, the station is looking for a journalist to champion the craft of solo storytelling. The ideal candidate will work with newsroom leaders to develop and implement a training program for new MMJs. In addition to pitching and turning enterprise stories, you will help support and grow others who are developing their own shooting, editing and time management skills.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Develop, create and research news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Uncover stories through investigation and research.
• Use computer database to research statistics and facts.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
• Organize material, determine emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories.
• Edit, or assist in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.
• Train others to shoot, edit and deliver stories under deadline.
• Provide ongoing feedback to MMJ staff.
• Appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration.
• Give live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.
• Write and produce quality news stories for multiple media platforms.
• Assist news producer in preparing newscast.
• Assist online staff in preparing for multimedia stories.
• Report, write, capture visual content, edit and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline, such as Internet and digital channels.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related degree or equivalent years of experience.
• Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Strong communication skills, oral, and written.
• Strong storytelling ability.
• Promote teamwork attitude with station employees.
• Exceptional on-air personality.
• Multitask multiple stories.
• Advance ability in critical thinking.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required. In addition, proof of insurance and liability coverage may be required.

COMPENSATION RANGE:
Annual Salary: $91,500.00 - $93,000

Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in Colorado.

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. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rb0onk-18-117-81-240-42 in your application.