Multimedia Journalist

AM Northwest; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair, Inc. is seeking a versatile Multi-Media Journalist based in Salem, Oregon. The MMJ will report, shoot and edit stories, develop enterprise ideas, and build contacts while delivering daily content for TV, digital, social, streaming and other platforms.

You must be able to shoot and edit your own material, travel within the state as needed, and meet deadlines for KATU, KVAL and KMTR. A minimum of two years’ reporting experience and a valid driver's license are required; AVID editing and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of reporting experience required.
• Experience with live shots required.
• Experience with Live-U is a plus.
• AVID editing experience is a plus.
• You must live in Salem, OR and be willing to travel to Portland for staff meetings/special coverage.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot and edit news stories.
• Enterprising story ideas and developing contacts.
• Cover statewide issues and the statehouse when in session.
• Create and publish content daily across TV, digital, social media, streaming and emerging platforms.
• Shoot and edit your own stories daily and provide content for KATU and KVAL/KMTR.

Skills

News judgment

NPPA style storytelling

Independent work

Valid driver’s license

Shoot and edit own stories

Excellent technical skills

Tools

AVID editing

Live-U

Job description

KATU/KUNP is looking for an Multi-Media Journalist who will be based in Salem, Oregon. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. Your primary content will cover statewide issues and the statehouse when in session. You will be expected to create and publish content each day across multiple platforms, including television, digital, social media, streaming, and emerging platforms. You must be able and willing to shoot and edit your own stories daily and to provide content for both KATU and KVAL/KMTR. (Note: The candidate would not be required to go around the state to KVAL/KMTR to report unless the story requires it.)

Skills And Experience

• Sharp news judgment
• The ability to tell an NPPA style story
• Excellent technical skills
• The ability to work well independently
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record

Requirements And Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years reporting and experience is required
• Experience with live shots is required
• Experience with Live-U is a plus
• Experience with AVID editing is a plus
• You must live in Salem, OR and be willing to travel to Portland, OR for staff meetings/special coverage, etc.

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.

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. 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. great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed.