WMTW-TV (Hearst Television) seeks a multimedia journalist

WMTW-TV, Maine’s ABC affiliate, 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, online, and for our mobile devices.

We are looking for someone who can shoot and edit videos and has a passion for journalism and bringing the viewer the “big story”.

Job Responsibilities:

• Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights, and weekends. Variable shift possible.
• 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:

• At least one year of television news reporting, photography, and editing.
• Breaking news/sports reporter.
• Creative writer and packager.
• Military multimedia experience will be considered.

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.
• Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans.
• Defense Information School (DINFOS) or other related military training and experience will be considered.

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