MULTIMEDIA PRODUCER/JOURNALIST I/II/III

WCMU Public Media - Mount Pleasant, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Mount Pleasant, MI

About the position

The Multimedia Producer/Journalist at WCMU Public Media is responsible for creating high-quality content for television and digital platforms, with occasional contributions to radio. This role involves researching story ideas, scheduling productions, narrating content, and hosting in front of the camera in both live and pre-recorded formats. The position requires strong storytelling skills and the ability to engage diverse audiences through multimedia projects.

Responsibilities

• Conducts in-depth research and interviews to develop story ideas.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with project partners.
• Pitches video stories and multimedia projects.
• Manages pre-production planning and logistics.
• Works with the Executive Producer/Production Manager to determine project content.
• Acts as on-camera talent as needed.
• Researches, writes, and edits scripts for video projects.
• Records voice-over narration.
• Works independently and within a team to complete video projects.
• Assists in the development of television programs and materials.
• Assists with in-studio and field productions.
• Develops interstitials, segments, and programs for broadcast.
• Produces live, multi-camera events, programs, and segments.
• Produces journalistic, documentary-style videos.
• Develops and produces compelling new programming as needed.
• Writes scripts for on-air fundraising.
• Attends and supports station events as necessary.
• Stays up to date on industry trends and audience preferences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in multimedia, broadcasting, film, journalism, or a related field, or equivalent work experience (4 years).
• Experience in on-camera situations, including interviews and scripted scenarios.
• Experience in studio and field production.
• Experience with program segment development.
• Excellent verbal and script writing communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple projects.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with co-workers and partners.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, overnights, or weekends.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience shooting in a studio, field, or via drone.
• Experience lighting studio and remote shoots.
• Experience with non-linear editing.
• Experience supervising staff, interns, and students.
• Experience reporting for print, web, or broadcast news.
• Experience with live or live-to-tape fundraising.