Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) Job at Sinclair Inc. in Providence

WJAR, Southern New England’s News Leader , is looking to hire several Multi-Media Journalists to join our expanding News department. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include 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.

Responsibilities :

Reporting, shooting, and editing news stories

Producing daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites, and mobile phones, in addition to television

Enterprise / Original / Impactful story ideas

Developing contacts

Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements and Qualifications :

A minimum of 2 years of reporting experience is preferred

Experience with live shots is required

Sharp news judgment and strong technical skills are essential

Must be a creative storyteller

Must be able to develop contacts and sources

Understands the importance and strategic use of social media

Available for community events and appearances

Experience with iNews, Live-U, and AVID is a plus

Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a good driving record

EEO 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.

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel

Job Details Seniority level : Entry level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industries : Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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