Multimedia Journalist

(This position runs July-12/31/26) General Function In conjunction with the Regional Coverage Manager/Campaign Desk, responsible for on‑the‑ground newsgathering and field production. Responsibilities Build and maintain working relationships with campaign staff and event organizers. Gather advance event information and communicate details to Assignment Desk. Coordinate on‑site logistics, access and credentialing. Travel to and cover public campaign events in assigned regions. Capture full video of public campaign events in accordance with C‑SPAN standards. Monitor audio and video quality during coverage: Set up and operate camera for single‑camera coverage of events for both stationary and mobile style productions. Set up and operate microphones for single‑camera productions. Set up lighting for single‑camera coverage in a variety of locations. Transmit content live or post‑event following established workflows. Upload footage and related materials accurately and in a timely manner. Edit event coverage, clips and packages from campaign events. Identify notable moments, clips, and quotable exchanges. Communicate field needs or issues to the Regional Coverage Manager. Work with the Finance team and Regional Coverage Manager to book travel and track expenses. Adhere to editorial, ethical and safety standards. Other duties as assigned. Background / Skills Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Radio/TV/Film, Political Science or Journalism. Ability to work independently in the field and under changing deadlines. Familiarity with basic video workflows, file management and uploads. Strong communication skills. Willingness to travel frequently and work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends. Familiarity with C‑SPAN’s mission and style of coverage. Experience working in a newsroom or media production environment. Experience identifying editorially significant moments for clips or highlights. Experience operating professional video and audio equipment. Experience covering events, political campaigns, elections or public affairs. Must possess an adequate credit rating to qualify for receipt of a company‑issued credit card. Must provide a current Motor Vehicle Record from the state that issued their driver’s license and hold a valid driver’s license. Ability to operate vehicles in accordance with C‑SPAN guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vance Airscoop