Multimedia Journalist & Live On‑Site Reporter

Media Networks, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Disability & accident insurance

Hospital indemnity

Life insurance

AD&D

ID protection

Pet discount program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Media Networks, Inc. seeks an experienced broadcast journalist to develop story ideas, verify facts through interviews and research, and shape narratives for multiple platforms in the Buffalo area. You will shoot video, edit for multimedia, and contribute to on-air and online news coverage.

You will also appear on TV programs, provide live reports, and collaborate with photographers, producers, and online staff to deliver timely, engaging content in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred.
• Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

Responsibilities

• Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
• Organize material, determine slant or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories.
• Edit, or assists in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.
• Appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration.
• Give live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.
• Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned.
• Assist news producer in preparing newscast.
• Assist online staff in preparing for multi media stories.

Skills

AP style writing

Video shooting

Video editing

Editing under deadline

Interviewing

Research skills

Newsroom software literacy

Lift 50 pounds

Education

BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Job description

Media Networks, Inc. seeks an experienced broadcast journalist to develop story ideas, verify facts through interviews and research, and shape narratives for multiple platforms in the Buffalo area. You will shoot video, edit for multimedia, and contribute to on-air and online news coverage.

You will also appear on TV programs, provide live reports, and collaborate with photographers, producers, and online staff to deliver timely, engaging content in a fast-paced environment.