Multimedia Journalist

Job Description

KPAX, the E.W. Scripps CBS station in Missoula, Montana is looking for a Multimedia Journalist to research, write, capture visual content and edit stories for multiple platforms.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• 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.
• Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories.
• Edit, or assists 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.
• Assist online staff in preparing for multi media stories.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• 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
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.
OUR TEAM:

We have hikers, rock climbers, mountain bikers, kayakers, runners, skiers, gamers, musicians, community leaders, swimmers and every other mixture of diverse backgrounds, passions and life experiences. We are a community of welcoming, mission-focused, and lively people that continue to grow as we grow our company and rise to our full potential in every aspect of our business.

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:

Missoula, MT where the Clark-Fork river really does run though this vibrant city. Set at the convergence of five mountain ranges, earning Missoula the name of the ''hub of five valleys.'' Missoula is surrounded by 60,000 acres of wilderness and is an outdoor paradise, with national forests, ski areas, incredible hikes, and bicycling, raging rivers with excellent blue-ribbon trout fishing. Missoula has repeatedly earned its ranking as a top 100 Best Places to live and was recently recognized as one of the healthiest places in the US with the highest life expectancy compared to any other city in Montana. If you seek a life that isn't consumed by your work or your commute, where living is about community, exploring the same trails as Lewis and Clark as well as knew adventures and a place where ''fur babies'' are considered part of the Missoulian community than this is the place for you ! After Billings, Missoula is the second-largest city and metropolitan area in Montana and is home to the University of Montana, a public research university.

Where else can walk outside and jump on a mountain trailhead or drive two to three hours and arrive at the gates of both Glacier and Yellowstone National Park! The economy is growing, culture and arts are thriving calling filmmakers such as Paramount's Yellowstone to call on Missoula for some of the most beautiful scenic movie and TV show backgrounds. Truly the last best place!

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-rn12y1-3-135-194-15-42 in your application.