Hyperlocal Multimedia Journalist: Break News & Community

Optimum; New York (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

News 12 is seeking an assertive Multimedia Journalist to generate, report, and present compelling stories for all platforms, including social media. The role emphasizes hyper-local coverage and developing strong sources in the Bronx and surrounding areas.

The ideal candidate will shoot, write, and edit with Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere, adapt to fast-paced breaking news, and deliver web-friendly copy. A degree in Journalism and 1 year of reporting experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications preferred.
• One year full-time professional news reporting experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a one-person band, backpack, multimedia environment
• Ability to edit on non-linear systems i.e., Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere
• Knowledge of local and national current events, newsmakers, and issues
• Knowledge of libel laws and ethical foundations of journalism
• Excellent news writing ability for all platforms including social media
• Proficiency in writing web/digital copy for all stories
• Proficiency in current and emerging newsgathering and production technologies
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing within the state of current residence

Responsibilities

• Generate story ideas, develop sources, maintain contacts, pursue leads, produce and present stories and other content for all platforms including social media.
• Shoot, write and edit clearly and creatively.
• Operate assigned camera and editing gear.
• Gather information, video content, interviews, and other elements necessary to produce thorough, high-quality news reports.
• Maintain a deep level of familiarity with hyper-local news events in order to generate original stories.
• Represent News 12 positively in the community in a courteous and professional manner.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Respond to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required.
• Write web/digital copy for all stories.

Skills

Story idea generation

Source development

News writing

Social media content

Independent work

Non-linear editing

Camera operation

Web copy writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Master's degree in Communications

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Adobe Premiere

Job description

News 12 is seeking an assertive Multimedia Journalist to generate, report, and present compelling stories for all platforms, including social media. The role emphasizes hyper-local coverage and developing strong sources in the Bronx and surrounding areas.

The ideal candidate will shoot, write, and edit with Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere, adapt to fast-paced breaking news, and deliver web-friendly copy. A degree in Journalism and 1 year of reporting experience are preferred.