Multimedia Journalist

Job Description

KUTV, a multi-platform media company that provides important storytelling content on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and a host of digital platforms, is looking for a take-charge Digital Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to cover Southern Utah. This employee would be based in Washington County, Utah, near St. George.

We are seeking a motivated, energetic, creative, and aggressive content creator who has a passion for covering our local communities on the every KUTV platform, including KUTV.com, our mobile app, and social media platforms. The ideal candidate should also have sound writing skills, a great work ethic, and a can-do attitude. This Digital MMJ position is ideal for someone with at least two years of professional newsroom experience. Applicants with a strong portfolio of student work will also be considered.

No day will look the same as a Multi-Media Journalist, however, the main responsibilities of the role will include:
• Create, shoot, write, and edit meaningful stories focused on advocacy and accountability
• Provide news as directed from the news management team
• Engaging with local community members
• Reviewing material for fairness, accuracy, and balance
• Work closely with all members of the news team

Additionally, This Person Should Have A…
• Proven knowledge and experience working with current media creation tools
• Excel in storytelling across multiple platforms
• Strong writing and copy-editing skills are a must
• Must be able to work well under pressure to meet deadlines

This Digital MMJ position is ideal for someone with at least two years of professional newsroom experience. Applicants with a strong portfolio of student work will also be considered.

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-re09n5-3-145-69-255-42 in your application.