KHBS seeks a multimedia journalist

KHBS is looking for a Multimedia Journalist that has the ability to generate story ideas, write to video, and do compelling live shots. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who wants to win each day. The Multimedia Journalist should be an accurate, ethical, compelling storyteller with a team attitude. The right candidate loves telling stories and delivering them LIVE to the viewers. This person will produce content on-air, on-line, and for our mobile devices. We are looking for someone who can shoot and edit video and has a passion for journalism and bringing the viewer the “big story”.

Responsibilities:

• Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights and weekends
• Put together high quality packages
• Coverage of breaking news and sports
• Develop sources and generate story ideas
• Shoot live shots and live Interviews
• Shoot and track news stories
• Work with reporters on packages, special reports and documentaries
• In-person attendance is required

Experience Requirements:

• The Multimedia Journalist should be an accurate, ethical, compelling storyteller with a team attitude
• At least one year television news reporting, photography and editing
• Breaking news/sports reporter
• Creative writer and packager
• Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans

Qualifications Requirements:

• Works quickly and efficiently
• Good personality
• Must connect with viewers
• Must enjoy being part of a team
• Excellent writing and packaging skills
• Must be able to provide samples of reporting and photography
• Ability to develop contacts and generate stories
• Ability to shoot and edit high quality video
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production

Education:

• Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience
• Military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) will be considered

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