Multi-Media Journalist

WJZ - TV in Baltimore is seeking a creative and experienced Multi-Media Journalist/Reporter for TV and all digital platforms!

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Report, write, shoot, and edit engaging, informative, and compelling news content.
• Develop and implement enterprise stories regularly. - Regularly supply news content to the station’s social media and digital platforms - Maintain an unequivocal dedication to accuracy, fairness, and ethics.
• Ensure meeting all daily production deadlines.
• Other duties, as assigned.

CORE PROFICIENCIES: Dynamic storyteller and interviewer. A leader who works well with a team can successfully implement the station’s mission and strategy. Expert and upbeat communicator on-air, online, and social media platforms. Prior experience with non-linear shooting and editing. Knowledge of the use of social media is a requirement. Works well under deadline pressure. Ability to work a variable schedule as needed.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Three years of experience as an MMJ.
• Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or a similar field preferred.
• Proven experience shooting and editing with small or mid-sized professional video cameras used in MMJ reporting.
• Must be willing to join SAG/AFTRA Union

QUALIFICATIONS

• Dynamic storyteller and interviewer
• A leader who works well with a team and can efficiently implement the station’s mission and strategy
• Expert and upbeat communicator on-air, online and social media platforms
• Prior experience with non-linear shooting and editing
• Knowledge of use of social media is a requirement
• Works well under deadline pressure

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report, write, shoot, and edit engaging insightful and compelling news content
• Develop and execute enterprise stories on a regular basis
• Regularly contribute news content to the station’s social media and digital platforms
• Maintain an unequivocal commitment to accuracy, fairness, and ethics
• Ensure to meet all daily production deadlines
• Other duties, as assigned

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Reference: ECNJOBID-66-249-70-97 in the application