Multimedia Journalist

WINK News; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA

PTO and holidays

401(k)

Company-paid life insurance and EAP; …

Job summary

WINK News in Fort Myers seeks a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ/Reporter) to research, write, shoot, and edit stories for broadcast and digital platforms. The MMJ will report on breaking news and enterprise stories, delivering compelling content under tight deadlines.

The ideal candidate has strong storytelling, time management, and the ability to perform live shots. A Bachelor’s in Broadcast Journalism (or equivalent) and at least two years of newsroom experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift and travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Report on breaking news, enterprise stories and region-specific content for broadcast and digital platforms
• Describe background and details of events for broadcast
• Arrange interviews with information sources and verify facts
• Review copy for grammar and adherence to editorial style guidelines
• Research and analyze background information to ensure accuracy
• Shoot and edit news events and reports for multiple platforms
• Produce and present reports and engage with viewers on social media
• Meet deadlines and adapt to time constraints

Skills

Storytelling

Enterprise reporting

Digging and breaking news

Time management

Live shots

MMJ capabilities

Teamwork with videographer

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism

Minimum two years’ newsroom experience

Valid driver’s license

Flexibility to work any shift

Job description

WINK NEWS MMJ/REPORTER

As a Multimedia Journalist you are responsible for researching, writing, capturing visual content and editing stories for multiple platforms. Video Journalists report, write, capture quality visual content, edit and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadlines.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a proven track record of strong storytelling skills, source-building, enterprise reporting, digging and handling breaking news
• Excellent time management skills are a must
• Ability to perform live shots
• Has the ability to function as an MMJ
• Work cooperatively with videographer if assigned

Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required
• Flexibility to work any shift

Additional Requirement

• Must be able carry and setup ENG equipment often weighing 50lbs
• Superior on-air presence
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to shoot broadcast-quality video, edit and feed content back to the station

Responsibilities

• The MMJ will work with assignment editors, producers and news leadership to report on breaking news, enterprise stories and highly promotable news content specific to the region assigned
• Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
• Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
• Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
• Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
• Determines a story’s emphasis, length, and format, and organizes material accordingly
• Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
• Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience, or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
• Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
• Gathers tips and information to develop story ideas
• Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
• Makes meaningful and frequent (daily) contributions to the station’s digital and social media platforms
• Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
• Shoots and edits news events and news reports
• Produces and presents reports for all platforms
• Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Writes stories for the web and other digital platforms
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
• Willingness to work nonconventional hours including early mornings, evenings and weekends

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or work at a computer for extended periods
• Clear verbal and written communication in person, by phone, and via video
• Operate standard office and recording equipment
• Travel, including local driving to field locations or meetings
• Navigate indoor and outdoor environments as needed for reporting
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Visual and auditory ability to conduct interviews and review content

Benefits

Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA (effective 1st of the month after 30 days; subject to plan terms)
• Company-paid life insurance and EAP; voluntary short-term disability
• PTO (accrual-based) and company-paid holidays
• 401(k)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

WINK News is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.

• Please no phone calls or emails regarding this position

Southwest Florida is often praised as being one of the healthiest and happiest places in the world with miles of white-sand beaches and a dynamic community. Broadcast Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a drug-free and smoke-free environment.