Multi Media Journalist

CBS News and Stations; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

On-site and virtual engagement events

Job summary

Paramount's KCNC/TV in Denver is seeking an aggressive and creative MMJ for our morning news block. If your passion is breaking news and character-driven storytelling, this newsroom is for you.

Ideal candidates love serving the community through great journalism. Responsibilities include shooting, writing and editing packages for daily newscasts; strong live shot skills; producing social media content; reporting with clarity and urgency; conducting compelling interviews, and developing

Qualifications

• Three years' on-air experience.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy and solve problems quickly.
• Strong social media presence across platforms.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, holidays, and on-call shifts.

Responsibilities

• Shoot, write and edit packages for daily newscasts.
• Strong live shot skills a must.
• Generate story ideas and participate in editorial meetings; produce content for social media and streaming.
• Report scripted and unscripted with clarity, accuracy, and urgency; cover breaking news.
• Conduct compelling in-person interviews and build community sources.
• Collaborate with staff to create engaging content and enterprise pieces.

Skills

On-air reporting

Social media proficiency

Live-shot capability

Strong writing

Job description

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?

We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

KCNC/TV is looking for an aggressive and creative MMJ for our very important morning news block. If your passion is serving your community through great journalism, then we are the newsroom for you. Ideal candidate must love breaking news, character driven and in-depth story telling.

Responsibilities

• Shoot, write and edit packages for daily newscasts
• Strong live shot skills a must
• Generate story ideas and participate in editorial meetings/Produce content for social media and streaming service.
• Report scripted and unscripted, with clarity, accuracy, and confidence/cover breaking news with a sense of urgency
• Conduct compelling in person interviews
• Collaborate effectively with a wide range of personnel to create compelling content/ Develop and execute enterprise content on a consistent basis
• Maintain a steadfast commitment to accuracy and fairness
• Write clearly and interestingly and use video and graphics to illustrate facts and ideas
• Appear at public and station events, as required/Establish and maintain relationships/sources in the community

Qualifications

• Three years' experience on air
• Must be able to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and have the ability to solve problems quickly
• Must have a very strong social media skills and able to contribute on all platforms
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, holidays & ON CALL shifts
• Must have a valid drivers license
• Other duties as assigned

Hiring Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range: $70,000.00 - 80,000.00. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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