Multimedia Journalist, KSTU

E.W. Scripps - Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time - Mid Level

Salt Lake City, UT

Publishing Industries

About the position

KSTU, the E.W. Scripps Company FOX affiliate in Salt Lake City, Utah, is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to enhance its news coverage. This role is designed for an experienced journalist who excels in storytelling, source-building, and finding unique stories that set the station apart from its competitors. The position involves various responsibilities, including reporting, editing, and producing multimedia content for different platforms.

Responsibilities

• Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
• Organize material, determine slant or 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.
• Appear on TV in packaged reports.
• Go live from the site of events or mobile broadcast units.
• Work cooperatively with photographers assigned to stories if one is assigned.
• Assist news producers in preparing newscasts.
• Assist online staff in preparing for multimedia stories.
• Report, write, capture quality visual content, edit and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related degree or equivalent years of experience.
• Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred.
• Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems.
• Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment.
• Strong broadcast and AP-style writing skills.
• Proficient at posting content to various websites.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Final Cut Pro editing systems or similar equipment.