Provo Multimedia Journalist, KSTU

E.W. Scripps - Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time - Entry Level

Salt Lake City, UT

51-100 employees

Publishing Industries

About the position

KSTU, the E.W. Scripps Company FOX affiliate in Salt Lake City, Utah, is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to work in Provo. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about solo storytelling and eager to uncover important local narratives. The position involves gathering and verifying news information, producing multimedia content, and engaging with the community.

Responsibilities

• Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interviews, 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 a 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.