Multimedia Journalist

Hearst Communications, Inc.

Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 25,000 - 39,000

Part time

24 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

Hearst Communications, Inc. in Des Moines seeks a Multimedia Journalist to identify compelling story ideas, shoot and edit video packages, and present across broadcast and digital platforms.

You will deliver LIVE reports, contribute to digital‑first coverage, and help grow Hearst’s presence wherever viewers get news. You report to the News Director and collaborate with reporters to develop sources, craft engaging content for air, web, and social channels, including mornings, nights, weekends,

Qualifications

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 video.
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time‑sensitive newscast production.
Related military experience will be considered.

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.

Skills

TV News

Photography

Editing

Creative Writing

Live Reporting

Story Development

Tools

Camera

Adobe Premiere

Final Cut Pro

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 across broadcast and digital platforms. The Multimedia Journalist is motivated, loves telling stories, and understands how to create content that engages audiences on‑air, online, on mobile, and on social media. This journalist is prepared to deliver LIVE reports, contribute to digital‑first coverage, and help grow KCCI’s presence wherever viewers get their news. 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 video
Can 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 nearly 25 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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