Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

Sinclair Inc.; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Flex spending accounts

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Sinclair is seeking a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) in Chico/Redding, CA, to tell impactful stories with strong visuals across digital and social platforms. The role emphasizes curiosity, creativity, and the ability to think outside the box to elevate storytelling.

The candidate should bring sharp news judgment and solid writing skills, with experience in live shots and a valid driver's license. Base hourly pay ranges from $17.50 to $18.74, with comprehensive benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Experience with live shots is required.
• 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 in a manner that is clear and engaging to news consumers.
• Enterprise story ideas and develop contacts to generate interesting and relatable stories.

Skills

News judgment

Strong writing

Social media

Communication

Independent work

Tools

Live-U

Job description

KRCR is looking for a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join the #1 News Leader in beautiful 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 their storytelling with compelling visuals and enhanced content on our digital and social platforms.

Join our team and hone the skills you need to take your career where you want to go! Former KRCR alums have gone on to CNN (Boris Sanchez), ESPN/NFL Network (Rich Eisen), and The White House (NBC's Kristen Welker).

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

The base hourly compensation range for this role is $17.50 to $18.74 per hour. 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.

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.