Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

Sinclair Broadcast Group - Springfield, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Springfield, IL

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

WICS is looking for a Multi-Media Journalist (MMJ) who will play a crucial role in reporting, shooting, and editing news stories. As an MMJ, you will be responsible for entering story ideas, developing contacts, and fulfilling other assigned responsibilities. You will be expected to produce daily content across various platforms, including the internet, social networking sites, mobile phones, and television. This position requires a sharp news judgment and the ability to tell compelling NPPA style stories. Excellent technical skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently. Additionally, you must maintain a valid license and a good driving record to fulfill the requirements of this role.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot, and edit news stories.
• Enterprise story ideas and develop contacts.
• Produce daily content for various platforms including internet, social media, and television.
• Work independently to meet deadlines and produce high-quality news content.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Requirements

• Sharp news judgment and storytelling ability.
• Excellent technical skills in multimedia journalism.
• Experience with live shots is preferred.
• Familiarity with Live-U technology is a plus.
• Ability to work well independently.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with live shots is preferred.
• Experience with Live-U is a plus.

Benefits

• Great benefits package.
• Open door policy.
• Opportunities for upward mobility.
• Supportive work culture focused on employee success.