Multimedia Journalist

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group is seeking a Multi-Media Journalist based in Salem, Oregon to report, shoot and edit daily news stories across TV, digital, social, streaming, and emerging platforms. You will develop enterprise stories, build contacts, and publish content for KATU and KVAL/KMTR while meeting daily deadlines.

You must shoot and edit your own stories, cover statewide issues and the statehouse when in session, and be willing to travel regionally as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of reporting experience.
• Experience with live shots required.
• Must live in Salem, OR and travel to Portland for staff meetings as needed.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot and edit news stories daily.
• Develop enterprise stories and cultivate sources.
• Publish content across TV, digital, social, streaming and emerging platforms.
• Support KATU and KVAL/KMTR with content.

Skills

Sharp news judgment

NPPA style storytelling

Excellent technical skills

Independent worker

Valid driver's license

Tools

Live-U

AVID editing

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.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

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.

About Us

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.

About the Team

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. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed.

Job Info

• Job Identification 16905
• Job Category Production/News
• Posting Date 07/24/2026, 06:48 PM
• Locations 2153 N. E. Sandy Blvd., Portland, OR, 97232, US (On-site)