WJZ - TV in Baltimore is seeking a creative and experienced Multi-Media Journalist/Reporter for TV and all digital platforms!
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Report, write, shoot, and edit engaging, informative, and compelling news content.
- Develop and implement enterprise stories regularly. - Regularly supply news content to the station’s social media and digital platforms - Maintain an unequivocal dedication to accuracy, fairness, and ethics.
- Ensure meeting all daily production deadlines.
- Other duties, as assigned.
CORE PROFICIENCIES: Dynamic storyteller and interviewer. A leader who works well with a team can successfully implement the station’s mission and strategy. Expert and upbeat communicator on-air, online, and social media platforms. Prior experience with non-linear shooting and editing. Knowledge of the use of social media is a requirement. Works well under deadline pressure. Ability to work a variable schedule as needed.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Three years of experience as an MMJ.
- Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or a similar field preferred.
- Proven experience shooting and editing with small or mid-sized professional video cameras used in MMJ reporting.
- Must be willing to join SAG/AFTRA Union
QUALIFICATIONS
- Dynamic storyteller and interviewer
- A leader who works well with a team and can efficiently implement the station’s mission and strategy
- Expert and upbeat communicator on-air, online and social media platforms
- Prior experience with non-linear shooting and editing
- Knowledge of use of social media is a requirement
- Works well under deadline pressure
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Report, write, shoot, and edit engaging insightful and compelling news content
- Develop and execute enterprise stories on a regular basis
- Regularly contribute news content to the station’s social media and digital platforms
- Maintain an unequivocal commitment to accuracy, fairness, and ethics
- Ensure to meet all daily production deadlines
- Other duties, as assigned
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