Multimedia Journalist: Local Baltimore News & Live Reporting

Media Networks, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career path growth

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan with match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

WMAR, the ABC affiliate in Baltimore, MD, seeks a versatile journalist to research, write, shoot, and edit compelling stories across TV and digital platforms. You’ll be the voice for Annapolis/Anne Arundel County, delivering local stories with high standards of accuracy and storytelling across multiple platforms.

The role requires a BS/BA or equivalent experience, 3+ years in journalism, and a valid driver’s license.

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 to develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify factual information through interview, observation, and research.
• Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write story according to editorial standards.
• Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories.
• Edit videos for all multimedia platforms.
• Appear on television program during taped interviews 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 multimedia stories.

Skills

Videography

Non-linear editing

AP style writing

Digital publishing

Camera operation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Newsroom systems

Job description

WMAR, the ABC affiliate in Baltimore, MD, seeks a versatile journalist to research, write, shoot, and edit compelling stories across TV and digital platforms. You’ll be the voice for Annapolis/Anne Arundel County, delivering local stories with high standards of accuracy and storytelling across multiple platforms.

The role requires a BS/BA or equivalent experience, 3+ years in journalism, and a valid driver’s license.