Multimedia Journalist & Community Storyteller

Spectrum News; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum News NECN is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to tell stories across TV, digital, and connected platforms. You’ll handle pitching, writing, shooting, interviewing, and editing, taking ownership of each story from concept to publication.

The role requires 3+ years of TV news reporting, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong on‑camera communication, and the ability to travel and lift up to 30 pounds.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of television news reporting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• Ability to shoot videos and edit using video software; proficient with social media.
• Strong written and on-camera communication skills; ability to travel and lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, write, shoot, interview, and edit story packages.
• Own storytelling process from concept to delivery across platforms.
• Travel as needed to cover local stories.
• Collaborate with newsroom to meet deadlines.

Skills

TV reporting

Video shooting

Video editing

Social media proficiency

On-camera communication

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or Communications

Related field experience

Job description

Spectrum News NECN is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to tell stories across TV, digital, and connected platforms. You’ll handle pitching, writing, shooting, interviewing, and editing, taking ownership of each story from concept to publication.

The role requires 3+ years of TV news reporting, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong on‑camera communication, and the ability to travel and lift up to 30 pounds.