WPDE is looking for an Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)! Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include live reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television. Must be able to carry equipment necessary for the position.Skills and Experience:
Sharp news judgment
The ability to tell a compelling news story
Excellent technical skills
The ability to work well independently and with a team
Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record
Requirements and Qualifications:
A minimum of 0-2 years reporting experience is required
Experience with live shots is a plus
Experience with Live-U is a plus
While applying online, you must include a link to your online demo reel, which needs to include examples of your news reportingEEO AND INCLUSIVITY: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.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 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.
