Multimedia Journalist, Politics - Spectrum News NECN
Spectrum, Needham Heights, MA, United States
This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Are you a storyteller at heart? Do you want to shine a light on the issues that matter? Apply to be a Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News NECN.
Spectrum News NECN covers Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. We use innovative journalistic approaches to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news and events in their communities.
Beyond TV news distribution, our newsroom publishes via the Spectrum News app and connected television, providing 24‑hour news coverage for viewers on demand.
In your role as a
Multimedia Journalist
(MMJ), you’ll get to the heart of every story by talking to members of your community. Our MMJs are enterprising storytellers who uncover perspectives that might otherwise go unreported. From pitching to writing, shooting, interviewing, and editing, you’ll take ownership of each step of the storytelling process and hone a wide range of skills. You’ll also be part of a collaborative team that creates compelling, timely, and accurate coverage to connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms.
What You’ll Enjoy Most
Connecting with your neighbors as you dig into the issues that matter to your local community
Telling stories across platforms including TV, connected television, and digital
Working with flexible deadlines and a supportive community to maintain a work‑life balance
Required Qualifications
Experience : Television news reporting - 3+ years
Education : Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field; or comparable television work experience
Technical Skills : Ability to shoot videos, understanding of video editing software, and utilize social media effectively
Skills : Ability to communicate effectively on camera and through writing and verbal expression
Abilities : An innate curiosity and a sense of urgency when it comes to creating compelling stories, lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds
Travel Ability : Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
Schedule : Ability to work under time pressure deadlines and willing and able to work different shifts or longer shifts due to 'breaking news' and severe weather emergencies, ability work weekends and holidays
Valid driver's license for authorized driving in the state of residence
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a 24‑hour news channel
Working Conditions
Work inside in a climate‑controlled environment and outside throughout the year and may be subjected to various weather conditions that could include extreme heat or cold conditions
Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.
A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.
The base pay for this position generally is between $50,000.00 and $110,000.00. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive‑based compensation such as bonuses.
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Are you a storyteller at heart? Do you want to shine a light on the issues that matter? Apply to be a Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News NECN.
Spectrum News NECN covers Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. We use innovative journalistic approaches to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news and events in their communities.
Beyond TV news distribution, our newsroom publishes via the Spectrum News app and connected television, providing 24‑hour news coverage for viewers on demand.
In your role as a
Multimedia Journalist
(MMJ), you’ll get to the heart of every story by talking to members of your community. Our MMJs are enterprising storytellers who uncover perspectives that might otherwise go unreported. From pitching to writing, shooting, interviewing, and editing, you’ll take ownership of each step of the storytelling process and hone a wide range of skills. You’ll also be part of a collaborative team that creates compelling, timely, and accurate coverage to connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms.
What You’ll Enjoy Most
Connecting with your neighbors as you dig into the issues that matter to your local community
Telling stories across platforms including TV, connected television, and digital
Working with flexible deadlines and a supportive community to maintain a work‑life balance
Required Qualifications
Experience : Television news reporting - 3+ years
Education : Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field; or comparable television work experience
Technical Skills : Ability to shoot videos, understanding of video editing software, and utilize social media effectively
Skills : Ability to communicate effectively on camera and through writing and verbal expression
Abilities : An innate curiosity and a sense of urgency when it comes to creating compelling stories, lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds
Travel Ability : Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
Schedule : Ability to work under time pressure deadlines and willing and able to work different shifts or longer shifts due to 'breaking news' and severe weather emergencies, ability work weekends and holidays
Valid driver's license for authorized driving in the state of residence
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a 24‑hour news channel
Working Conditions
Work inside in a climate‑controlled environment and outside throughout the year and may be subjected to various weather conditions that could include extreme heat or cold conditions
Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.
A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.
The base pay for this position generally is between $50,000.00 and $110,000.00. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive‑based compensation such as bonuses.
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