Full-time Multimedia Journalist

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST

University Marketing and Communications

Scope of Job: To develop and produce written stories and video content that help share and further the UTRGV brand of excellence, for distribution to the media, to include print, broadcast, web and social media, as well as to university students, faculty and staff; and the community in general.

Develops and writes stories about UTRGV and the university community that help further the UTRGV brand of excellence.

Produces text videos and video stories about UTRGV and the university community that help further the UTRGV brand of excellence.

Maintains regular contact with key sources to identify story themes and newsworthy events.

Tailors writing styles to the platform. (must write snappy short text and headlines for social media platforms; weightier news headlines and stories for distribution to print and broadcast media; and adapt headline/cutline content for university web pages and the NIC website).

Attends training seminars or conferences annually, chosen in consultation with the director, that helps the employee expand his or her knowledge and skill sets.

Works closely with other relevant areas in monitoring media issues (such as requests for experts, story pitches and press conferences) and story development as they relate to the university.

Provides assistance to other departments with media support for events, to include lining up experts for media at press conferences, monitoring media attendance at such events, and providing news coverage of the event.

Supervision Received: General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given: Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Bachelor’s degree in writing, communications, multimedia production from an accredited university.

Required Experience: Two (2) years of experience in news writing and video production, using AP Style, including experience working with social media platforms such as: Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

Equipment: Use of standard office equipment. Technical knowledge of video and photographic equipment including video and still cameras, video editing software, associated hardware, and computers.

Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. Office or studio environment as well as field work; some travel and weekend work is required. Knowledge of video production and storytelling styles is important. Excellent writing/storytelling skills, solid knowledge of AP Style, and the ability to write quickly and able to meet deadlines. Knowledge of social media writing/headline styles and posting judgment. Knowledge of still photography shooting and editing. Knowledge of video production and storytelling styles. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, work independently and in collaboration with team members.

Employment Category: Full-Time

Grant Funded Position: No

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