Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

Sinclair Inc.; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 24,108 - 25,953; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Health, dental and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Paid sick leave

Vacation time

Personal time

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Sinclair Inc. is seeking a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) for its team in Redding, California. The ideal candidate will research, shoot, write, and edit daily content to engage viewers through various platforms. Creativity and the ability to elevate storytelling with visuals are essential.

Compensation ranges from $17.50 to $18.84 per hour, with full-time benefits including health, retirement plans, and paid leave. The role requires a valid driver’s license and good driving record, and candidates with at least one year of reporting experience are preferred, though new graduates will be considered.

Qualifications

• Experience with live shots is required; experience with Live-U is a plus.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• A minimum of 1 year of reporting experience is preferred, but new graduates will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Research, shoot, write and edit daily content for various platforms.
• Develop contacts to generate interesting and relatable stories.

Skills

Sharp news judgment

Solid writing & technical skills

Good communication skills

Social media expertise

Critical thinking and problem-solving

Job description

KRCR is seeking a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join the #1 News Leader in Chico/Redding, California. We are seeking a curious, driven and creative candidate who is eager to tell impactful stories that matter. The ideal candidate thinks outside the box and elevates storytelling with visuals and enhanced content on digital and social platforms.

Responsibilities

• Research, shoot, write and edit daily content for various platforms in a manner that is clear and engaging to news consumers
• Enterprise story ideas and develop contacts to generate interesting and relatable stories

Valuable Skills

• Sharp news judgment
• Solid writing & technical skills
• Good communication skills
• Social media expertise
• Ability to think critically, problem solve, and work well independently

Experience

• Experience with live shots is required; experience with Live-U is a plus
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• A minimum of 1 year of reporting experience is preferred, but new graduates will be considered

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, apply online and include a web link to your demo reel. Applications without a reel will not be considered.

Compensation and Benefits

The base hourly compensation range is $17.50 to $18.84 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by factors such as a candidate’s 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.

EEO and Inclusivity

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced by an applicant'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.