Morning Multimedia Journalist

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) or retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group's KMPH in Central California is seeking a Morning MMJ to report, shoot, and edit stories for 5:00–10:00 a.m. weekday newscasts. You will develop enterprising story ideas and contribute content to KMPH's digital and social platforms, with opportunities to fill in as an anchor.

The role requires strong news judgment, the ability to work independently, and a valid driver's license. Live shots and Live-U experience are a plus; teamwork across platforms is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year reporting experience required.
• Experience with live shots required.
• Experience with Live-U is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot and edit news stories.
• Enterprising story ideas and developing contacts.
• Contribute content to KMPH's digital and social platforms.
• Fill in as an anchor when needed.

Skills

NPPA style story

Sharp news judgment

Excellent technical skills

Independent work

Strong writing

Valid driver's license

Job description

KMPH is looking for a Morning Multi-Media Journalist to join our team in Central California. We are live for 5 hours every weekday morning from 5am-10am.

Join us and hone the skills you need to take your career where you want to go! We are looking for a candidate who thinks outside the box and elevates their storytelling with enhanced content on our digital and social platforms. Candidate must be willing to work weekday mornings and fill-in as an anchor as needed.

Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, and contributing content to KMPH's digital and social platforms.

Skills and Experience

• Sharp news judgment
• The ability to tell an NPPA style story
• Excellent technical skills
• The ability to work well independently
• Strong writer with the ability to learn how to produce newscasts to work as a fill-in as needed.
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record

Requirements and Qualifications

• A minimum of (1) year reporting experience is required
• Experience with live shots is required
• Experience with Live-U is a plus

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

The base salary compensation range for this role is $20.12 - $22.12 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.