Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

Sinclair Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KEYE is seeking a Multi-Media Journalist in Austin, TX. You will report, shoot, and edit news stories, and develop enterprising ideas and contacts. Daily content will be produced for television, the internet, social networks, and mobile platforms.

The role requires NPPA-style storytelling, sharp news judgment, and strong technical skills, with independence to manage assignments and deadlines.

Qualifications

• A Journalism Degree is preferred.
• Experience with live shots is required.
• Experience with Live-U is a plus.
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot and edit news stories.
• Enterprising story ideas and developing contacts.
• Produce daily content for TV, internet, social networks and mobile devices.
• Work on a variety of platforms including the internet and TV.

Skills

Sharp news judgment

NPPA style storytelling

Excellent technical skills

Independent worker

Valid driver's license

Education

Journalism degree

Tools

Live-U

Job description

KEYE is looking for an Multi-Media Journalist. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television.

Skills and Experience:

• Sharp news judgment
• The ability to tell an NPPA style story
• Excellent technical skills
• The ability to work well independently
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record

Requirements and Qualifications:

• A Journalism Degree is preferred
• Experience with live shots is required
• Experience with Live-U is a plus

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.