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Multimedia Journalist
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What they do
A Reporter investigates and reports on news events and stories. Gathers information from interviews, site visits and background research, and writes reports for news and media outlets. May edit news stories or write news commentary. Covers a particular territory or specializes in a topic such as politics, sports, on an industry. Works for a news service or media company, or works freelance and takes assignments from news organizations.
$46,991 / year median in Louisiana
-16% projected decline
Job Description
Are you multi-talented:
Can you shoot video, gather information, edit, prepare, and produce compelling news segments that will be must-watch local news for Alexandria viewers? Are you comfortable and able to explain why a news story matters to viewers? If so, then we would like to talk with you about our Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) openings Why us? In addition to great benefits, our MMJs work regular shifts, Monday through Friday. You will work with a team of experienced television journalists who love their work and share your passion for community involvement and reporting. You will join a cutting-edge television news organization that produces local newscasts. We will give you lots of responsibility, excellent coaching, and all the tools to be successful and advance your career. What you'll do As a Multimedia Journalist here are some of the tasks you can expect.- You will write, shoot, and edit news stories and events, and report those stories on air and other news platforms.
- You will produce news reports and conduct interviews with a high degree of professionalism, confidence, energy, and accuracy.
- You will cultivate sources, contacts, and leads that will help you develop your news stories.
- You will be assigned stories by managers to cover, research, and report.
- You will engage, interact, and respond to your local community's concerns.
- You will be expected to make occasional promotional appearances on behalf of the station and will professionally present yourself to the public. What qualities we are looking for in you
- Accuracy and creativity. Responsibility for the final content and presentation of your news stories.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Be creative, technical, and flexible because priorities can change with little notice.
- Thrive and enjoy working in a fast-paced and deadline driven culture.
MUST HAVE
" these qualifications to be considered for this opportunity- Proficiency with computers and editing software is essential.
- Valid driver's license and good driving record.
- Be 18 years or older.
- Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
- Fluent in English.