Dynamic Multimedia Journalist: Storyteller in San Diego

E.W. Scripps Company

San Diego (CA)

Hybrid

USD 103,217,000 - 108,828,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental and vision

Retirement savings plan with company 3

Disability insurance

Life insurance

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Employee assistance program

Job summary

KGTV, the E.W. Scripps ABC station in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Multimedia Journalist with at least 3 years of experience.

The candidate will develop unique story ideas, verify information, and craft stories to editorial standards while shooting and editing video for multiple platforms. Requires a broadcast journalism degree or equivalent experience, strong writing skills, Final Cut Pro proficiency, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related degree or equivalent years of experience.
Generally, 3+ years experience in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive assignments 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 emphasis, and write 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.
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 multimedia stories.