Multimedia Journalist, KNXV

Scripps Media - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Phoenix, AZ

51-100 employees

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About the position

KNXV, the E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Phoenix, Arizona, is seeking a Multimedia Journalist who can elevate our news coverage and differentiate us from our competition. This position is not entry-level; we are looking for a seasoned journalist who excels in source-building, storytelling, and has a knack for uncovering unique stories that resonate with our audience. The ideal candidate will be adept at developing sources and breaking relevant stories across all platforms, ensuring that our news coverage is both timely and impactful. In this role, you will be responsible for pitching, shooting, writing, editing, and tracking compelling enterprise and real-time stories. Accuracy is paramount, and you will need to confirm the validity of information before publishing, posting, or broadcasting. You will also be expected to pitch stories that have a significant impact on local communities and neighborhoods, producing packaged reports and going live from the scene when necessary. Collaboration with news producers is essential, as you will help prepare newscasts by identifying the best video, sound, and showcasing elements. Additionally, you will organize material, determine emphasis, and write stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards. Your responsibilities will also include shooting video and still photos to illustrate stories, editing videos for all multimedia platforms, and assisting online staff in preparing multimedia stories. This position requires a flexible schedule, as fill-in work will be necessary, and you must be able to lift up to 75 pounds. A valid driver's license and a good driving record are required, along with proof of insurance and liability coverage, which may be necessary for this role.

Responsibilities

• Develop sources and break relevant stories on all platforms.
• Pitch, shoot, write, edit, and track compelling enterprise and real-time stories.
• Confirm accuracy of information before publishing, posting, or broadcasting stories.
• Pitch stories that impact local communities and neighborhoods.
• Produce packaged reports and go live from the scene when necessary.
• Help news producers prepare newscasts by identifying the best video, sound and showcasing elements.
• Organize material, determine emphasis, and write stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories.
• Edit, or assist in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.
• Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story if one is assigned.
• Assist online staff in preparing multimedia stories.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred.
• Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred.
• Strong communication skills, oral and written.
• Storytelling ability.
• Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment.
• Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment.
• Strong broadcast and AP-style writing skills.
• Computer literate, including newsroom computer systems.
• Proficient at posting content to various platforms.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with various multimedia platforms.
• Familiarity with local news and community issues.