What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multimedia Journalist position at Hearst?
Job Description
WPTZ-TV, the NBC affiliate in South Burlington, VT is looking for a
Multimedia Journalist
who can identify important story ideas, shoot and edit video news packages and present in a compelling manor. The Multimedia Journalist is motivated, loves telling stories and is prepared to deliver them LIVE.
ResponsibilitiesGather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidaysCoverage of breaking news, weather and sportsPut together high-quality packagesCollaborate with reporters on packages, special reports and documentariesDevelop sources, create story ideas, and produce content on-air, online, and all digital platformsShoot live shots and live interviews, and track news storiesRequirements
Professional or schooling experience in television news reporting, photography and editingCreative writer and editorMust deliver with authenticity to connect with viewersCan provide samples of reporting and photographyExperience developing local contactsExperience shooting and editing high-quality videoCan deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast productionRelated military experience will be consideredDiversity Statement
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
Medical | Dental | Vision401(k) matchingEmotional Wellness SupportPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveLGBTQ Health ServicesAdditional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
About Us
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and / or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
