Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group’s WCYB-TV News 5 in the Tri-Cities seeks a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) who will report, shoot, write, and edit compelling content for television and digital platforms. The role emphasizes storytelling, community engagement, and versatile coverage across our broadcast and streaming channels.

Ideal candidates will be curious and motivated, with an ability to build sources and produce accurate, timely reports while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom environment.

Qualifications

• Journalism and community storytelling passion.
• Strong shooting, writing, editing, and live reporting abilities.
• Familiarity with NPPA-style visual storytelling is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a newsroom team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and pitch enterprise-driven stories reflecting Tri-Cities communities.
• Report, shoot, write, and edit stories for TV, digital, social, and streaming.
• Build relationships with community sources and deliver live field reports.
• Create timely content for website and social platforms.
• Work under deadline pressure while upholding journalistic ethics.
• Collaborate with producers, photographers, anchors, and newsroom staff.

Skills

Journalism passion

Storytelling

Live reporting

Strong writing

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

LiveU

Job description

WCYB-TV News 5, the NBC and FOX affiliate serving the Tri-Cities, is looking for a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) who is passionate about telling meaningful stories, connecting with the community, and producing compelling content across platforms.

The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller who can report, shoot, write, and edit engaging stories for television, digital, social media, and streaming platforms. We’re looking for someone who is curious, motivated, and eager to develop sources and uncover stories that matter to viewers across the Tri-Cities region.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and pitch relevant, enterprise-driven story ideas that reflect the interests and concerns of communities throughout the Tri-Cities
• Report, shoot, write, and edit compelling stories for television, digital, social media, and streaming platforms
• Build and maintain relationships with sources throughout the community
• Deliver engaging live reports from the field
• Create timely and accurate content for our website and social media platforms
• Work effectively under deadline pressure while maintaining high journalistic and ethical standards
• Collaborate with producers, photographers, anchors, and other newsroom team members to deliver strong daily coverage and special projects

Qualifications:

• A passion for journalism, storytelling, and serving the community
• Strong shooting, writing, editing, and live reporting skills
• An understanding of visual storytelling and NPPA-style techniques
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative newsroom
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced news environment
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Newsroom experience through professional work, internships, student media, or comparable experience
• Experience with LiveU or similar live technology is a plus

The base hourly compensation range for this role is $16.50 to $18.10. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.

Why WCYB?

For more than 70 years, WCYB has been a trusted source of news and information for viewers across the Tri-Cities. We’re proud of our long history of serving the region and are looking for journalists who want to become part of the communities we cover. This is an opportunity to grow your skills, tell stories that make a difference, and join a newsroom committed to strong local journalism and community service.

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.