Multimedia Journalist

VNN Virtual News Network, LLC.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

VNN Virtual News Network, LLC. is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to shoot, write, and edit news stories for our broadcasts. The role requires direct collaboration with producers and involves live reporting during newscasts.

The ideal candidate will have a BA or BS degree, at least a year of relevant experience, and excellent writing and communication skills. Spanish proficiency is a plus. This is a contract position requiring travel and flexibility with long hours.

Qualifications

• At least one year of reporting, shooting, writing, and video-editing experience.
• Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples.

Responsibilities

• Shoot, write & edit news stories for broadcasts.
• Work with producers on story ideas and development.
• Report live during newscasts and breaking news.
• Conduct and video-record interviews.
• Build relationships for developing story leads.

Skills

Excellent writing and communication

Live reporting and online streaming

Spanish proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Education

BA or BS degree or related field experience

Job description

Job Description

The Multimedia Journalist is responsible for shooting, writing & editing news stories on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Will shoot, write & edit news stories on a daily basis for VNN online newscasts, recorded programs and/or other live, station broadcasts – either in the studio or out on location.
• Works directly with News Producers/Reporters/Executive Staff on story ideas and development
• Presents completed stories that are accurate, journalistically sound, fair and balanced
• Will report Live during newscasts and breaking news as needed, either in studio or out in the field
• Will coordinate, organize, conduct and video-record interviews
• Will develop on-going “sweeps” and “special series” stories
• Represents VNN in community related events
• Builds relationships with community and contacts for developing story leads
• This is a 100% contract/ commission role

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• BA or BS degree or related field experience
• At least one year of reporting, shooting, writing, and video-editing experience
• Must be an excellent writer and communicator; Spanish is a plus, not required
• Live reporting & online streaming experience

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through VNN Career Page
• Must be willing to work in assigned areas and able to travel to surrounding areas as needed
• Must be willing to work long hours, varying shifts (including nights and weekends) and report to work in emergencies depending upon news coverage when necessary
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples – if available, include a web address when you submit your resume (if applicable)

Additional Information

Desired Characteristics

• News judgment with solid ethical decision process
• Excellent Spanish, reading, writing and speaking
• Strong English, reading, writing and speaking
• High competitive nature
• Ability to perform under tight time deadlines
• Skills to be a problem solver
• Creative with strong sense of community involvement for unique story ideas
• Strong writing skills with ability to connect on an emotional level

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.