Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

KAEF is looking for a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join our team in beautiful Eureka, California! We are seeking a curious, driven and creative candidate who is eager to tell impactful stories that matter. The ideal candidate thinks outside the box and elevates their storytelling with compelling visuals and enhanced content on our digital and social platforms.

Get your career started off right and take it to where you want to go. Former KRCR alums have gone on to CNN (Boris Sanchez), ESPN/NFL Network (Rich Eisen), and The White House (NBC's Kristen Welker).

Responsibilities

Research, shoot, write, and edit daily content for various platforms in a manner that is clear and engaging to news consumers

Enterprise story ideas and develop contacts to generate interesting and relatable stories

Valuable Skills

Sharp news judgment

Solid writing & technical skills

Good communication skills

Social Media expertise

Ability to think critically, problem solve, and work well independently

Experience

Experience with live shots is required; experience with Live-U is a plus

Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a good driving record

A minimum of 1 year of reporting experience is preferred, but new graduates will be considered

The base hourly compensation range for this role is $17.50 to $18.27 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Full-time positions are eligible for benefits that include:

participation in a retirement plan

life and disability insurance

health

dental

vision plans

flexible spending accounts

sick leave

vacation time

personal time

parental leave

employee stock purchase plan

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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