TV Multimedia Journalist

Multimedia Journalist/Reporter

WRAL News, a leader in award-winning journalism, is seeking dynamic Multimedia Journalist/Reporter who excels at breaking news coverage, thrives during live reports, and is an exceptional storyteller. This role is vital for gathering and delivering news as it happens for all WRAL digital and television platforms. This position needs a competitive journalist who maintains solid news judgment and a stellar sense of live visual storytelling. The right candidate will work with staff photographers to turn compelling and engaging coverage, but must be comfortable working alone as an MMJ.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Breaking News Coverage: Serve as the first responder to new scenes, monitor scanners, source tips, social media and assignment desk communications.
• Live Reporting: Deliver engaging live shots on all WRAL platforms.
• Must be able to ensure accurate reporting and clarity under deadline pressure.
• Strong, experienced photography abilities and express editing skills are primary talents required for the position, not just for TV, but for digital platforms, including vertical videos.
• Live breaking news reports will also demand confident, smooth presentation skills.
• Embracing and effectively using social media is essential to succeeding in this job.
• This individual must be a self-starter who cultivates sources, finds new information and approaches on-scene interview opportunities as a regular part of the job.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• In addition to a standard resume, you must include a link to your work example reel.
• Previous experience in television news is required.
• Willingness to work all shifts, including overnights and weekends. The successful candidate will be primarily scheduled to work overnights.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four-year college degree
• Proficiency with Edius and live transmission

Physical Demands:

• Carrying and Setting Up Equipment
  • Camera and Gear: MMJs often carry heavy video equipment, including cameras, tripods, microphones, and lighting kits.
  • Transporting Equipment: Moving gear between locations, vehicles, and setup areas can be physically demanding, especially during outdoor shoots.
  • Setup and Teardown: Setting up and taking down equipment requires bending, crouching, and lifting, which can be strenuous.
• Frequent Movement
  • Walking and Standing: MMJs spend a lot of time walking between locations or standing while conducting interviews and capturing footage.
  • Climbing and Navigating Terrain: Shooting on uneven ground, climbing stairs, or accessing hard-to-reach locations may be required.
• Extended Work Hours
  • Long Days: Covering breaking news or working on extended stories often means long hours, which can be physically and mentally exhausting.
  • Odd Hours: Early mornings, late nights, and weekends are common, potentially disrupting regular sleep patterns and increasing fatigue.
• Outdoor Work
  • Weather Conditions: MMJs frequently work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including rain, snow, heat, or cold, which can be physically taxing.
  • Mobility: Being on-site may require constant repositioning to capture the best angles or navigate through crowds.
• Driving
  • Long Distances: Driving between locations can be a significant part of the job, especially in areas with a broad news coverage range.
  • Vehicle Loading and Unloading: MMJs often load and unload equipment from vehicles multiple times a day.
• Multitasking on the Move
  • Juggling Responsibilities: MMJs often conduct interviews, capture video, and write scripts while on the go, requiring physical agility and coordination.
  • Using Mobile Devices: Writing stories, sending updates, and editing videos on mobile devices or laptops while in transit can strain the hands and posture.
• Physical Posture
  • Shooting Footage: Holding a camera for extended periods can strain the arms, shoulders, and back.
  • Editing Work: Spending hours at a computer editing video can lead to back, neck, or wrist strain if not ergonomically managed.

Work Conditions:

• MMJs work in a range of settings, including:
  • Newsrooms or studio offices.
  • Outdoor locations (crime scenes, weather events, public gatherings, etc.).
  • Remote locations (rural areas, disaster zones, etc.).
• Exposure to Elements: MMJs often report outdoors, meaning they may work in extreme temperatures, rain, snow, or windy conditions.
• Adaptability Required: Being prepared with appropriate clothing and gear is essential for outdoor reporting.
• On-Call Nature: MMJs may need to be ready to report at short notice for breaking news.
• Frequent Travel: Driving between locations is common, and some assignments may require long-distance or overnight travel.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Benefits package including:
  1. Comprehensive health insurance plan options
  2. Vision and Dental Insurance
  3. Company sponsored life insurance
  4. Numerous voluntary benefit options – legal plans, pet insurance, discounted home and auto and more!
  5. 401K with company match
  6. Generous paid time off
  7. 9 paid company holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment with a supportive team culture.
• Exciting projects and growth opportunities within a leading organization.
• Opportunities to attend free local events, such as sporting events, concerts, shows, and more.

Pre-Employment Information:

• A pre-employment drug screening is required.
• Capitol Broadcasting Company participates in E-Verify.

EEO Statement:

Capitol Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

CBC Statement:

Capitol Broadcasting Company, Inc. is a diversified communications company which owns and/or operates WRAL-TV, WRAZ-TV, WRAL-FM, WRAL-HD2, WNGT-CD, WCMC-FM, WCMC-HD1, WDNC-AM, WCMC-HD2, WCMC-HD3, WCLY-AM, WCMC-HD4, Microspace, and WRAL Digital in Raleigh, NC; WILM-TV, WILT-LD and Sunrise Broadcasting in Wilmington, NC; The Durham Bulls Baseball Club, Bull City Hospitality, and Coastal Plain League in Durham, NC; The Holly Springs Salamanders in Holly Springs, NC; The Greenville Yard Gnomes in Greenville, NC; the American Underground startup hub in Durham, NC; and real estate interests including the American Tobacco Historic District in Durham, NC; Rocky Mount Mills in Rocky Mount, NC; MoJud Lofts in Greensboro, NC; and The Thread in Rock Hill, SC.