Central Coast Multimedia Journalist: Live Reporting

E.W. Scripps Company; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental and vision

Retirement plan with company match

Disability insurance

Job summary

KSBY, part of The E.W. Scripps Company, is seeking a creative Multimedia Journalist to cover Santa Maria and North Santa Barbara County. You will develop story ideas, gather facts, shoot video, edit for multiple platforms, and deliver live reports from the field.

Applicants should have a BS/BA or equivalent, 3+ years of experience, a valid driver's license, and strong AP-style writing. Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred.
• Generally 3+ years of experience in related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record and proof of insurance.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Proficient in posting content to various websites.

Responsibilities

• Receive assignment or tips and develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify factual information through interviews, observation and research.
• Write stories to editorial standards and format.
• Shoot video and still photos; edit for multimedia platforms.
• Appear on television and provide live reports from the field.
• Collaborate with photographers and assist news producer in preparing newscast.

Skills

Video shooting

Non-linear editing

AP style writing

Bilingual Spanish/English

Live reporting

Education

BS/BA or equivalent experience

Tools

Final Cut Pro

ENPS/newsroom systems

Job description

KSBY, part of The E.W. Scripps Company, is seeking a creative Multimedia Journalist to cover Santa Maria and North Santa Barbara County. You will develop story ideas, gather facts, shoot video, edit for multiple platforms, and deliver live reports from the field.

Applicants should have a BS/BA or equivalent, 3+ years of experience, a valid driver's license, and strong AP-style writing. Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred.