Treasure Coast Multimedia Journalist – Local Stories & Live Reporting

WPTV; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WPTV, the NBC affiliate in West Palm Beach, Florida, is seeking a Multimedia Journalist based in St. Lucie County. You will own stories from pitch to production, combining reporting, visuals, and community-focused journalism across platforms.

You will gather information, write for editorial standards, shoot video, edit for multiple platforms, and provide live or taped reports. A BS/BA or equivalent experience and 3+ years in the field are preferred.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred.
• Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive assignment or evaluate leads to develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify information through interview, observation, and research.
• Organize material, determine emphasis, and write story per editorial standards.
• Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories.
• Edit videos for multiple platforms; assist as needed.
• Appear on television for taped interviews or narration; give live reports.
• Collaborate with photographers and online staff to prepare multimedia content.

Skills

Videography

Editing

AP style writing

Broadcast journalism

Digital posting

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

Tools

Final Cut Pro editing

Newsroom systems

Job description

WPTV, the NBC affiliate in West Palm Beach, Florida, is seeking a Multimedia Journalist based in St. Lucie County. You will own stories from pitch to production, combining reporting, visuals, and community-focused journalism across platforms.

You will gather information, write for editorial standards, shoot video, edit for multiple platforms, and provide live or taped reports. A BS/BA or equivalent experience and 3+ years in the field are preferred.