Sinclair Broadcast Group is hiring: Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) in Lynchburg

Overview

WSET ABC 13 in Lynchburg, Virginia is looking for a Multi-Media Journalist. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television. We're looking for someone who can bring the energy and personality!

Responsibilities

• Reporting, shooting and editing news stories
• Enterprising story ideas and developing contacts
• Producing daily content across platforms including the internet, social media, mobile, and television
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Skills and Experience

• Sharp news judgment
• Strong writing abilities
• Excellent shooting and editing skills (Your reel must contain standups and previous news packages)
• The ability to enterprise news stories
• The ability to work well independently
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record

Requirements and Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year reporting experience is required, either professional or college
• Experience with live shots is required
• Experience with Live-U is a plus
• Strong social media presence
• This is a job for someone who loves the news, especially breaking news
• The ability to work weekends and/or nights

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel

EEO and Inclusivity

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let\'s talk.