Wgno Tv - Metairie, LA

posted 5 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Metairie, LA

About the position

WGNO-TV in New Orleans is seeking a dynamic and assertive Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join our DigitalFirst operation, which is dedicated to delivering local content 24/7 across all platforms. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional news gathering, storytelling, photography, and editing skills that stand out in a competitive market. This role is perfect for an established MMJ who is eager to produce and report compelling stories that engage our viewers and digital users with unique content not found elsewhere. As a Multimedia Journalist, you will be responsible for producing, reporting, shooting, writing, voicing, and editing content for all platforms in a clear, engaging, and meaningful manner. Your duties will include reporting news stories for broadcast, arranging interviews with key sources, reviewing and correcting content for accuracy and adherence to editorial style, and determining the emphasis and format of stories. You will also be expected to research and analyze background information related to news stories, gather information through various means, pitch relevant stories to news managers, and ensure all content meets our high standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. In addition to traditional reporting, you will write stories for our web and social media platforms, interact with viewers on social media, and perform special projects and other duties as assigned. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the local community through innovative storytelling and multimedia journalism.

Responsibilities

  • Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
  • Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
  • Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
  • Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
  • Determines a story's emphasis, length, and format, and organizes material accordingly
  • Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to provide complete and accurate information
  • Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience, or attendance at various functions
  • Pitches stories to news managers and news producers relevant to the local community
  • Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
  • Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
  • Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
  • Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
  • Shoots and edits news events and news reports
  • Produces and presents reports for all platforms
  • Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
  • Writes stories for the web and other social media platforms
  • Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
  • Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
  • Fluency in English
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
  • Minimum two years' experience in news reporting (depending on market size)
  • Superior on-air presence
  • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record
  • Flexibility to work any shift
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