Political Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

Sinclair Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair is seeking a political Multi-Media Journalist to join the Des Moines bureau. You will report, shoot and edit news stories on state politics for TV and digital platforms.

You will develop contacts, pitch enterprise stories, and produce daily content across internet, social networks, and mobile devices, in addition to traditional television reporting.

The role requires sharp news judgment, strong technical skills, and the ability to work independently, with a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of reporting experience.
• Experience with live shots required.
• Experience with Live-U is a plus.
• Passion for state politics.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot and edit news stories for multiple platforms.
• Enterprising story ideas and developing contacts for future coverage.
• Produce daily content for internet, social media and mobile platforms, in addition to TV.
• Work from the Des Moines bureau as required.

Skills

News judgment

NPPA-style storytelling

Technical skills

Independent work

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Live-U

Job description

KGAN is looking for a political Multi-Media Journalist. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned all from the Des Moines bureau. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television on state politics.

Skills and Experience

• Sharp news judgment
• The ability to tell an NPPA style story
• Excellent technical skills
• The ability to work well independently
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record

Requirements and Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year reporting experience is required
• Experience with live shots is required
• Experience with Live-U is a plus
• A passion for state politics

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.