Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group is seeking a Multi-Media Journalist for WBMA ABC 33/40 News in Birmingham, Alabama. Responsibilities include reporting, shooting, and editing news stories while producing daily content across multiple platforms. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years reporting experience and possess sharp news judgment along with excellent technical skills. A valid license and a good driving record are required. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering quality news.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years reporting experience required.
• Experience with live shots is required.
• Experience with Live-U is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot and edit news stories.
• Enterprise story ideas and develop contacts.
• Produce daily content on various platforms.

Skills

Sharp news judgment

The ability to tell an NPPA style story

Excellent technical skills

The ability to work well independently

Valid license and good driving record

Job description

WBMA ABC 33/40 News is looking for a 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 minimum of 2 years reporting experience is required
• Experience with live shots is required
• Experience with Live-U is a plus

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel

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.