Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

Krcr TV; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

retirement plan

life and disability insurance

health

dental and vision plans

flexible spending accounts

sick leave

vacation time

personal time

parental leave

employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

KRCR is seeking a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join the #1 News Leader in Chico/Redding, California. The ideal candidate will tell impactful stories with strong visuals and digital platform enhancements, thinking outside the box to elevate coverage.

Join a team with a history of notable alumni and opportunities to grow. The role emphasizes researching, shooting, writing and editing daily content, with a focus on enterprise pieces and building contacts for compelling storytelling.

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

Skills

Sharp news judgment

Strong writing

Technical skills

Good communication

Social media expertise

Critical thinking

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.

• 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
• 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.

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed.