Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

$38,688 - $42,848/Yr

Sinclair Broadcast Group - Rochester, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Rochester, NY

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

The Multi-Media Journalist (MMJ) at WHAM is responsible for reporting, shooting, and editing news stories across various platforms. This role requires the journalist to generate story ideas, develop contacts, and produce daily content for television, the internet, and social media. The MMJ will work independently and is expected to maintain high technical standards in their work.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot, and edit news stories.
• Enterprise story ideas and develop contacts.
• Produce daily content for television, internet, and social media platforms.
• Work independently to create engaging news content.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Sharp news judgment.
• Experience in shooting HD video.
• Non-linear editing experience.
• Ability to write copy and create content for multiple platforms.
• Ability to tell an NPPA style story.
• Excellent technical skills.
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record.

Nice-to-haves

• Reporting experience is preferred.
• Experience with live shots is preferred.

Benefits

• Participation in a retirement plan.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Health, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Sick leave.
• Vacation time.
• Personal time.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.