What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Multi Media Journalist position at Apple Valley News Now?
SPORTS MMJ - APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW – YAKIMA, KENNEWICK, WA
About us:
APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW is the ABC affiliate in the Yakima/Tri-Cities market of Washington state. We are a member of Morgan Murphy Media, a family-owned, people-first business. Our communities are at the core of what we do and who we are. We believe it is our duty to not only inform but also inspire.
About this opportunity:
APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW is seeking a Sports MMJ to join our news team. We’re looking for a full-time, motivated and creative visual storyteller who is willing to use traditional and non-traditional means to create compelling content for television, web and social media. This role is perfect for telling the stories beyond the game. We are not looking for a highlights reader or play by play. We are looking for the person who wants to get to the heart of the athlete, coach, family and student and be a storyteller.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field
· Comprehensive knowledge of sports, with a focus on local high school sports
· Energetic personality and excellent communication skills (oral and written)
· Creative storyteller with strong social media and digital skills
· Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
· Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
· Flexibility to travel and work any shift
Responsibilities:
· Ability to lift and carry 45 pounds
· Write and create digital-exclusive content for web and social media, including live posts
· Deliver sports stories clearly and concisely
· Respond to breaking sports events and urgent newsroom situations
· Shoot and edit video for sports reports and digital content
· Post and interact with viewers on social media professionally
Pay range: $17.00 – $18.20/hour
You’ll get a supportive work environment with co-workers and managers who value your work, your time and your perspective. Our management team is committed to maintaining a culture where employees can flourish and grow, professionally and personally.
Benefits: We offer employees and their families medical, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program benefits. Employees are also offered long-term disability insurance, flexible spending account, 401(k), health savings account, employee referral program, and paid time off including vacation time equivalent to 80 hours/year depending on start date, 1 hour of sick time for every 40 hours worked, 2 personal days and 9 paid holidays.
What’s next:
To apply online, go to https://morganmurphymedia.com/current-openings/
APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.20 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $18