MultiMedia Journalist Part Time
MultiMedia Journalist Part Time
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Job Description
KTAB News the dominant news station in Abilene TX is looking for its next great MMJ. We are looking for a team player who is ready to hit the ground running! The MultiMedia Journalist collects analyzes and presents facts about newsworthy events through interviews investigation or observation for all platforms in a manner that is clear engaging and meaningful to news consumers. #LIONSITE
- 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 storys emphasis length and format and organizes material accordingly
- Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
- Gathers information about events through research interviews experience or attendance at political news sports artistic social or other functions
- Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are 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 eMedia platforms
- Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
- Bachelors degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and workrelated experience
- Fluency in English bilingual a plus
- 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 onair presence
- Proficiency with computers telephones copiers scanners fax machines and other office equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Valid drivers license with a good driving record
- Flexibility to work any shift
Employment Type
Part-Time
