Unclassified - South Burlington, VT

posted 4 months ago

Full-time
South Burlington, VT
11-50 employees

About the position

WPTZ/WNNE, the Hearst Television, NBC affiliate in the Burlington, VT/Plattsburgh, NY market, is seeking a motivated and passionate Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join our dynamic news team. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to identify important story ideas, shoot and edit video news packages, and present them in a compelling manner. As a Multimedia Journalist, you will be responsible for gathering information for stories and live reports for newscasts, which may include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. You will cover breaking news, weather, and sports, and put together high-quality packages that engage our audience. In this role, collaboration is key. You will work closely with reporters on packages, special reports, and documentaries, developing sources and creating story ideas that resonate with our viewers. You will produce content for on-air, online, and all digital platforms, ensuring that our news coverage is comprehensive and timely. The position requires in-person attendance, as you will be expected to shoot live shots and conduct live interviews while tracking ongoing news stories. We are looking for a candidate who is not only skilled in journalism but also has a passion for storytelling. You should be prepared to deliver news live and connect authentically with our audience. This role is perfect for someone who thrives under pressure and can handle the stresses of time-sensitive newscast production. If you have related military experience, it will also be considered.

Responsibilities

  • Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Coverage of breaking news, weather, and sports.
  • Put together high-quality packages.
  • Collaborate with reporters on packages, special reports, and documentaries.
  • Develop sources, create story ideas, and produce content on-air, online, and all digital platforms.
  • Shoot live shots and live interviews, and track news stories.

Requirements

  • Professional or schooling experience in television news reporting, photography, and editing.
  • Creative writer and editor.
  • Must deliver with authenticity to connect with viewers.
  • Can provide samples of reporting and photography.
  • Experience developing local contacts.
  • Experience shooting and editing high-quality video.
  • Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
  • Related military experience will be considered.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Emotional Wellness Support
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • LGBTQ Health Services
  • Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs.
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