Location: Columbus,GA, USA
The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
* Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
* Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
* Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
* Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
* Determines a story's emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
* Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
* Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
* Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
* Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
* Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
* Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
* Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
* Shoots and edits news events and news reports
* Produces and presents reports for all platforms
* Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
* Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
* Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
* Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
* Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
* Fluency in English
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
* Minimum two years' experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)
* Superior on-air presence
* Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
* Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
* Valid driver's license with a good driving record
* Flexibility to work any shift