Multimedia Journalist, KBZK Job at Scripps Montana/MTN in Bozeman

KBZK, the Scripps-owned station in Bozeman, Montana, is seeking a passionate Multimedia Journalist who will research, write, capture visual content, and edit stories for multiple platforms.

You'll be at the heart of breaking news and feature stories that matter to our community, bringing compelling journalism to viewers across southwest Montana.

Responsibilities:

• Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research
• Organize material, determine slant or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
• Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories
• Edit, or assist in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms
• Appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration
• Give live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit
• Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned
• Assist news producer in preparing newscast
• Assist online staff in preparing for multimedia stories

Requirements:

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred

What You'll Bring:

• Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems
• Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
• Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment
• Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
• Proficient at posting content to various websites
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits

Our Team:

We have hikers, rock climbers, mountain bikers, kayakers, runners, skiers, fishing enthusiasts, boaters, and every other mixture of diverse backgrounds, passions, and life experiences. We are a community of welcoming, mission-focused, and lively people who continue to grow as we grow our company and rise to our full potential in every aspect of our business.

Where You'll Live, Work, and Play:

Bozeman, Montana, has a history still alive with the remnants of bygone days and sustains a local heritage that can still be found throughout the community, with nine historical districts and more than 40 individual properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The town of Bozeman provides a unique environment for a different kind of lifestyle and often tops lists of best places to live. It is blessed with relatively good weather, outstanding scenery, unparalleled recreational opportunities, world-class fishing, plenty of cultural activities, galleries, museums, and the like.

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences, and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law.