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Multimedia Journalist - Local Impact Storyteller

Spectrum Local News · St. Petersburg, FL, USA ·

Pay:
60.000 - 80.000
Job type:
Full Time

Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
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 Our Multimedia Journalists 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, understand video editing software, and utilize social media effectively

Skills: Ability to communicate effectively on camera, in writing, and verbally

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 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 to 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

Benefits and EEO Statement
Here, our employees don’t just have jobs, they’re building careers. That’s why we offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well‑being at every stage of life.

A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.

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