Multimedia Journalist - WHIO TV

Cox Media Group; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Media Group in Dayton is seeking a Multimedia Journalist for WHIO TV. This role involves writing accurate news stories, covering live events, and engaging in investigative reporting. The candidate should have strong editorial skills and a minimum of 2 years' reporting experience.

The successful candidate will also be expected to demonstrate proficiency with social media to enhance news engagement.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience as a Reporter recommended.
• Experience as a Multimedia Journalist is a plus.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Write news stories that are clear, accurate and unbiased.
• Narrate, ad-lib and add value to live breaking news.
• Engage in investigative reporting that adds depth.

Skills

Strong writing and editorial skills

Ability to cover live events

Proficiency in social media

Curiosity about current events

Education

B.A Degree in Journalism, Communications

Job description

Location: OH-Dayton

Job Title: Multimedia Journalist - WHIO TV

Position Overview

WHIO TV Dayton, the #1 CBS affiliate in the nation, has an immediate opening for a Multimedia Journalist. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of success in the field as a reporter. They must be a positive leader in the newsroom and an ambassador for the television station.

Candidates should be able to enterprise story ideas, create memorable live shots and craft memorable stories. Dayton is a competitive market where breaking news, breaking weather, investigative and enterprise reporting are priorities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Write news stories that are clear, accurate and unbiased
• Ability to narrate, ad-lib and add value to live breaking news and severe weather coverage
• Ability to cover live events for all platforms, including live breaking news and station initiatives the ability to engage in investigative reporting that adds depth to the newscast
• Thorough understanding of social media and demonstrated ability to move audience between all platforms
• Curiosity that drives an understanding of current events
• Demonstrate consistently high proficiency with the necessary technical, writing, and presentation skills for television broadcasts
• Strong writing and editorial skills required

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years' experience as a Reporter recommended
• Experience as a Multimedia Journalist is a plus
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• B.A Degree in Journalism, Communications, or other discipline preferred

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