Multimedia Journalist/Producer, WPTV Job at The E.W. Scripps Company in West Pal

Overview

WPTV, the NBC affiliate owned by The E.W. Scripps Company in West Palm Beach, FL, is looking for its next Multimedia Journalist/Producer. In this hybrid position, you’ll work 2 days per week with the weekend crew, flexing your producing muscles. The other days you will spend researching, shooting, editing and reporting local stories of impact for all WPTV multimedia platforms. Join a strong newsroom in a beautiful city. Apply today!

What You’ll Do

• Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and tips to develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
• Organize material, and write stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories with a focus on station branding.
• Edit, or assist in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms including WPTV’s social media.
• Appear on television when conducting taped interviews.
• Give live reports if needed from the site of an event or mobile broadcast unit.
• Work cooperatively with the photographer assigned to the story, if one is assigned.
• Assist news producer in preparing newscast.
• Assist digital staff in preparing multimedia stories.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• 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

Note: This position may be filled by a current Scripps employee via internal channels.

About Scripps and EEO

SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION: At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We strive to create an environment where employees and stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. We will build a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection, and we will strengthen the relationships that drive positive business impact.

ABOUT SCRIPPS: The E.W. Scripps Company is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular brands such as ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.

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, gender identity, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, military membership or veteran status, or any other basis which would be in violation of applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship for the company.