Description

ROLE: FOX 5 San Diego/KUSI News duopoly is seeking a Reporter/Multi-Media Journalist for our broadcast and digital platforms. The successful applicant will have a proven ability to enterprise stories that connect with audiences on broadcast, website and social. The position requires the MMJ to shoot, write and edit vosots and packages.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurate reporting of news stories
• Attends editorial meetings and regularly pitches original story ideas
• Develops community contacts and a network of news sources
• Sets up, write, shoot and edit packages to meet deadlines daily
• Collaborates with photographer on live shots as needed
• Contributes to our digital platforms by writing and editing stories
• Ensures all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Attends station partnerships in community
• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• B.A. or B.S. Degree preferably in journalism, communication or equivalent related experience
• Prefer 3-5 years TV news reporting in a medium to large market

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must interact positively and productively with colleagues and the public
• Upholds station values and models professionalism on and off the air
• Exceptional writing, grammar and spelling
• Excellent communication skills with ability to ad-lib when required
• Strong on-air presentation - must be credible, personable and engaging
• Adobe Premiere experience and video camera/news photography skills
• Ability to carry 25-30 pounds of equipment
• Flexible with schedule and willing to work additional hours or days or different shifts and holidays as required by news content
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be able to accept constructive direction and feedback

Compensation - Starting at $31/hr commensurate with experience and skill level.

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