Multimedia Journalist

WKEF is looking for a dynamic storyteller to join our team as a Multimedia Journalist. We are looking for someone who is motivated, energetic, creative and willing to go beyond the surface level on stories that matter to our community. The ideal candidate is someone who embraces social media and understands the importance of reaching viewers on all platforms. The best person for this job is also someone who is willing to learn and grow and brings a can-do attitude day in and day out. No day will look the same as a Reporter, however, the main responsibilities of the role will include: Create, shoot, write and edit meaningful stories for station's newscast that can be used across multiple platforms Gather and publish content about your stories throughout the day on all platforms including the station website Engaging with local community members Reviewing material for fairness, accuracy, and balance Work closely with all members of the news team Additionally, this person should have a... Proven knowledge and experience working with current media creation tools and contemporary newsroom systems Excel in storytelling across multiple platforms Strong writing and copy-editing skills are a must Able to take constructive feedback and a willingness to learn 1 or more years of experience as a Reporter is a plus, but the right college graduates will be considered. Must be able to work well under pressure to meet strict deadlines Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About Sinclair: Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk. #J-18808-Ljbffr NAB Leadership Foundation