HNN SPORTS MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - KHNL

Job Summary
Hawaii News Now is expanding its commitment to sports storytelling, live coverage, and original programming. We are seeking a creative, highly motivated HNN Sports Multimedia Journalist to help bring those stories to life.

Responsibilities

Shoot, edit, and produce compelling sports storytelling content for HNN Sports across multiple platforms

Help create ancillary programming surrounding HNN Sports productions, including coach and athlete features, practice coverage, fan experience stories, game previews and recaps, behind‑the‑scenes content, and original storytelling projects

Produce content supporting long‑form and recurring HNN Sports programming initiatives

Capture high‑quality video, sound, interviews, and visual storytelling elements in fast‑paced sports environments

Edit content for broadcast, streaming, digital, and social media distribution

Work collaboratively with producers, photographers, talent, editors, and sports leadership to execute storytelling priorities

Help identify and pitch compelling story ideas that deepen fan connection and showcase the people, culture, and experiences surrounding sports in Hawaiʻi

Occasionally appear on camera for reporting, hosting, interviews, or storytelling support as needed

Assist with game day and sports production support when appropriate

Work nights, weekends, holidays, and non‑traditional schedules aligned with sports coverage

Perform additional duties as assigned, including contributing to Hawaii News Now news coverage, special projects, and broader station initiatives as business needs evolve

Qualifications

Experience shooting and editing video in television, sports media, digital content, documentary, or related storytelling environments

Strong editing skills with the ability to craft compelling visual stories and emotional narratives

Strong nonlinear editing experience preferred, including the ability to edit efficiently under a deadline in a fast‑paced content environment

Experience operating professional cameras, lighting, and audio equipment

Passion for sports storytelling and strong instincts for finding meaningful content beyond the final score

Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in fast‑paced environments

Strong organizational skills, time management, and ability to meet deadlines

Prior on‑air experience helpful but not required

Experience in sports production, feature storytelling, social video, or multimedia journalism preferred

Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on sports schedules

Shift and Schedule
Mon. - Fri. (or at Manager's discretion)

Job Type
Full‑Time

Compensation
$50,000 - $60,000 per year.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical (Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage

Health Savings Account with Company contributions

Flexible Spending Account

Employer‑paid life and disability benefits

Paid parental leave benefits

Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits

401(k) Plan, including matching and profit‑sharing contributions

Employee Assistance ProgramVoluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage

Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO

Focus on Caring

Equal Opportunity Employer
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