State Politics MMJ: Reporter, Shooter, Editor

Simclair 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

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.