Multimedia Journalist

Website KOCO-TV

KOCO-TV is looking for a Multimedia Journalist who has the ability to generate compelling, timely stories, write to video, and do active, urgent 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 for air and digital. We are looking for someone who can shoot and edit video 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.
Shoot, track and edit high-quality news stories
Coverage of breaking news, weather and sports
Develop sources and generate story ideas
Experience Requirements:

At least two years’ television news reporting, photography and editing
Breaking news and severe weather experience
Creative, concise writing
Excellent photography and editing skills
Military multimedia experience will be considered
Qualifications:

Works quickly and efficiently
Positive newsroom citizen who invests in the success of the team
Ability to connect with viewers
Must enjoy being part of a team
Excellent writing, shooting and editing skills
Must be able to provide samples of reporting and photography
Ability to develop contacts and generate stories
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field preferred.
Military multimedia training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) will be considered with appropriate experience