Multimedia Journalist: Local News & Live Reporting

Scripps Montana/MTN; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Montana invites a Multimedia Journalist to capture western Montana stories across TV, digital, and social platforms. You’ll pursue breaking news, feature reporting, and enterprise storytelling with a community focus in Bozeman and surrounding areas.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in television news, strong AP style writing, videography and editing skills (Final Cut Pro a plus), and a willingness to travel. Join a collaborative team dedicated to telling meaningful local stories.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
• Three or more years of experience in television news, multimedia journalism, or a related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance meeting company requirements.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the viewing area to cover stories and community events.

Responsibilities

• Develop story ideas by researching news leads, tips, and emerging community issues.
• Gather and verify information through interviews, observation, and in-depth research.
• Write compelling, accurate stories that meet broadcast and digital editorial standards.
• Shoot engaging video and capture still photography to support storytelling across platforms.
• Edit video content for on-air broadcasts, digital channels, and social media.
• Deliver live reports from the scene of breaking news, community events, and enterprise stories.
• Appear on-air for interviews, stand-ups, and story narration.
• Collaborate closely with photographers, producers, and digital teams to create impactful coverage.
• Assist in preparing daily newscasts and multimedia content plans.
• Consistently produce content that informs, connects, and serves the communities of western Montana.

Skills

Broadcast writing

AP Style

Videography

Non-linear editing

Camera equipment

Final Cut Pro

Newsroom software

Digital publishing

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in journalism

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Job description

Scripps Montana invites a Multimedia Journalist to capture western Montana stories across TV, digital, and social platforms. You’ll pursue breaking news, feature reporting, and enterprise storytelling with a community focus in Bozeman and surrounding areas.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in television news, strong AP style writing, videography and editing skills (Final Cut Pro a plus), and a willingness to travel. Join a collaborative team dedicated to telling meaningful local stories.