Multi-Skilled Journalist

Multi-Skilled Journalist

PBS12 Colorado is a dynamic, creative place to work with talented employees having diverse backgrounds and interests who are committed to a common goal and work hard to achieve it.

The Mission of PBS12 Colorado is to create, curate, and distribute quality content that connects Coloradans with their world. PBS12 content is educational, informative, entertaining, inspirational, and original.

PBS12 teammates are driven by the values of: respect, inclusivity, independence, curiosity, empathy, joy, integrity, and trust.

Working together, PBS12 teammates are creating a culture of innovation, quality, transparency, and accessibility.

The PBS12 team is committed to being good stewards of the PBS12 brand and its resources to ensure PBS12 will serve Coloradans for generations to come.

Job Description:

PBS12 is seeking an energetic, highly skilled, creative Multi-Skilled Journalist who is passionate about their craft and thrives on great storytelling.

No live shots. No breaking news. Nights, weekends, and holidays ONLY when the story demands it. This is quite possibly the best MSJ job in the industry. Bring your passion and hustle; bring your curious mind and sense of purpose to help PBS12 Colorado tell critical local stories that educate, inform, entertain, and inspire our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strong storytelling skills, including but not limited to interviewing, writing, and video editing.
• Proficiency with the latest editing and photography tools.
• The ability to work independently or with a team.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (phones, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
• Be able to edit videos for TV, OTT, website, and social media.
• A clear understanding of the principles of journalism and ethical behaviors.
• Must be able to multitask, work on both short-term and long-term projects, and manage time independently.
• Ability to present on camera as well as voice-over projects.
• Collaborate with station interns in the PBS12 Creator Academy program.

Required Skills:

• Five years or more as an MSJ or Photojournalist.
• Valid driver's license and ability to lift and carry 40lbs and occasionally up to 80lbs of equipment.
• NOTE: You must provide your own transportation to shoot locations. PBS12 reimburses mileage for personal vehicles.
• Demonstrated excellent storytelling, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills.
• Strong computer and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Premiere and the Adobe Creative Cloud suite.
• Drone experience and FAA Part 107 certification are a plus.

Compensation: $75K – $80K Annual Salary

Benefits: PBS12 offers a comprehensive benefits package with 100% employer-sponsored medical, dental, LTD, and a $25k life insurance policy along with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA). Paid time off includes 14 holidays plus accrual of vacation, and sick days. Additionally, employees may participate in a 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match after one year of service.

PBS12 is a dynamic, creative place to work. We have talented employees with diverse backgrounds and interests who are committed to a common goal and work hard to achieve it. On the air and off, in front of the cameras and behind the scenes, everyone at PBS12 plays an important role. PBS12 is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively seeking to diversify its workforce. PBS12 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all staff and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.