Multimedia Journalist

Hearst Communications, Inc.

Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Emotional wellness support

Job summary

Hearst Communications, Inc. is seeking a Multimedia Journalist for KCCI in Des Moines. The role involves identifying compelling story ideas, shooting and editing video packages, and presenting live on air with engaging delivery.

The position reports to the News Director and requires reliable storytelling across TV, online and digital platforms. Demonstrated ability to work under time pressure and collaborate with other reporters is essential.

Qualifications

Experience in TV news reporting, photography and editing.
Creative writing and editing.
Authentic storytelling that connects with viewers.
Provide samples of reporting and photography.
Experience shooting and editing high-quality video.
Related military experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts.
Cover breaking news, weather and sports.
Assemble high-quality packages for broadcast.
Collaborate with reporters on packages, reports and docs.
Develop sources and produce content across platforms.
Shoot live shots and track news stories.

Skills

TV news reporting

Video editing

Creative writing

On-air presentation

Live reporting

Job description

KCCI, the CBS affiliate in Des Moines is looking for a Multimedia Journalist who can identify important story ideas, shoot and edit video news packages and present in a compelling manner. The Multimedia Journalist is motivated, loves telling stories and is prepared to deliver them LIVE. You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Coverage of breaking news, weather and sports
Put together high-quality packages
Collaborate with reporters on packages, special reports and documentaries
Develop sources, create story ideas, and produce content on-air, online, and all digital platforms
Shoot live shots and live interviews, and track news stories

Requirements

Professional or schooling experience in television news reporting, photography and editing
Creative writer and editor
Must deliver with authenticity to connect with viewers
Can provide samples of reporting and photography
Experience shooting and editing high-quality videoCan deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
Related military experience will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

About Company

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 media markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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