Multimedia Journalist and Newscast Producer

Job Duties
Job Overview

This role offers the opportunity to fulfil two key functions: reporting stories and producing newscasts. In this position, you will be producing newscasts on weekends and reporting stories three days per week.

Job Responsibilities

Reporting:

Enterprise, research, and develop compelling news stories.

Gather information by identifying, interviewing, and recording sources.

Shoot and edit video for broadcast and digital platforms using professional camera and editing equipment.

Write stories for broadcast and digital that are accurate, clear, engaging, and deadline‑driven.

Collaborate effectively with newsroom staff.

Deliver live reports from the field, newsroom, or studio.

Meet all deadlines and complete assignments on time.

Maintain professional standards for wardrobe, hair, and cosmetics appropriate for on‑air appearances.

Producing:

Work closely with the assignment desk to plan and build weekend newscasts.

Select, write, organize, and time stories for live broadcasts.

Make editorial decisions regarding content, story order, and story length.

Ensure all newscast elements are accurate and complete, including scripts, graphics, video lists, and name keys.

Meet production deadlines to support coordination with technical and creative teams.

Work with reporters in the field to coordinate coverage and help to ensure reporter scripts are accurate and informative.

Collaborate with the director and production crew in the control room during live broadcasts, making real‑time adjustments as needed.

Adapt quickly to breaking news and changing situations.

Complete post‑newscast documentation, reports, and preparation for upcoming broadcasts.

Write and maintain content for the station website and social media platforms.

Minimum Education Required
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred.

Minimum Experience Required
Strong knowledge of current events, issues, and newsmakers.

Excellent English writing and verbal communication skills.

Ability to shoot, edit, and present stories accurately and clearly under tight deadlines.

Proven live reporting skills.

Strong critical thinking, news judgment, and decision‑making abilities.

Ability to work effectively with diverse teams in high‑pressure situations.

Proficiency in reading from a teleprompter and reviewing recorded audio and video.

Shift
Other

Number of Openings
1

Public Transportation Accessible
No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply
Yes

Physical Required
No

Drug Test Required
No

Compensation
$18.00 - $20.00 / Hourly

Postal Code
55902

Job Type
Full Time

Place of Work
On-site

Requisition ID
26-1255

Job Benefits
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