Central Coast Multimedia Reporter

The E.W. Scripps Company; San Luis Obispo (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 and life coverage

Job summary

KSBY, The E.W. Scripps Company NBC station in San Luis Obispo, California, is seeking a creative Multimedia Journalist to join our North Santa Barbara County team.

You will tell impactful stories across broadcast, digital, and social platforms from Santa Maria, covering California’s Central Coast. The successful candidate will gather, verify, and write news, shoot video, edit for multiple platforms, and contribute to online and newscast content.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent experience preferred.
• Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with company required limits.

Responsibilities

• Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and tips to develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify factual information through interviews, observation, and research.
• Write stories according to editorial standards and format; shoot video and stills as needed.
• Edit videos for all multimedia platforms; appear on TV when conducting interviews or narration.
• Give live reports from site or mobile unit; work with photographers and online staff.

Skills

Videography

Editing (non-linear)

AP style writing

Posting content online

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

3+ years experience

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Newsroom systems

Broadcast camera equipment

Job description

KSBY, The E.W. Scripps Company NBC station in San Luis Obispo, California, is seeking a creative Multimedia Journalist to join our North Santa Barbara County team.

You will tell impactful stories across broadcast, digital, and social platforms from Santa Maria, covering California’s Central Coast. The successful candidate will gather, verify, and write news, shoot video, edit for multiple platforms, and contribute to online and newscast content.