Multimedia Journalist: Live News & Digital Storytelling

TEGNA, Inc.

Columbus (OH)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

8 hours ago

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Job summary

WBNS-TV Columbus, the CBS TEGNA affiliate, is seeking an experienced Multi-Skilled Journalist to continue our tradition of superior reporting across platforms. You will craft unique, memorable stories with strong photography and concise editing, and share them on TV, web, and social channels.

Candidates should be able to handle live shots, develop story ideas, and maintain sources while meeting tight deadlines.

Qualifications

1-3 years reporting experience preferred.
Strong writing and storytelling skills.
Ability to shoot, write, produce and edit across platforms.
Valid driver's license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle.

Responsibilities

Perform authoritative, compelling live shots in a developing story or in breaking news situations.
Develop story ideas.
Mine the community to find sources who will keep you informed about events and ideas in their areas of expertise.
Ability to identify, write and produce stories within a specific framework.
Research for facts and credibility.
Maintain and develop sources who will help bring our reporting to the next level.
Shoot, write, produce and edit on air and online content within deadlines.
Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media to enhance stories.
Use social media and digital tools to research, discover and distribute content.
Attend editorial meetings and offer story ideas daily.
Write in an exciting, captivating and authentic manner.