Altice USA
Multimedia Journalist - Freelance
Altice USA, Edison, New Jersey, us, 08818
News12
News 12
is our award-winning, hyper local news stationcovering communities throughout Long Island, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Westchester, Hudson Valley, Connecticut and New Jersey. News 12 New York is our National streaming service for regional news, weather and News 12 originals.
If you're committed to delivering high quality news and storytelling with a hyper local lens, we have positions available for both on and off-air talent with opportunities for development and growth.Job Summary
News 12 is looking for an aggressive, self-starting freelance Multimedia Journalist. The ideal candidate should be able to generate story ideas, develop sources, pursue leads, and produce and present stories and other content for all platforms including social media. We're looking for motivated local journalists willing to dive deeply into community issues and do stories that matter.Responsibilities
Shoot, write and edit clearly and creatively.Operateassigned camera and editing gear.Develop sources, maintain contacts, and pursue leads that result in original stories.Gather information, video content, interviews, and other elements necessary to produce thorough, high-quality news reports.Maintain a deep level of familiarity with hyper-local news events in order to generate original stories.Represent News 12 positively in the community in a courteous and professional manner.Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.Respond to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required.Qualifications
Associates or Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications preferred, Master's degree is a plusMinimum one year full-time professional news reporting experienceAbility to work independently in a one-man band, backpack, multimedia environmentAbility to edit on non-linear systems i.e., Final Cut Pro, Adobe PremierKnowledge of local and national current events, newsmakers, and issuesKnowledge of libel laws and ethical foundations of journalismExcellent news writing ability for all platforms including social mediaExpected to write web/digital copy for all stories - Proficiency in current and emerging newsgathering and production technologiesAbility to think quickly and respond appropriately in high pressure situationsValid driver's license with good driving recordAbility to work inside a climate-controlled office/studio environment and outside in all weather conditions including extremes in hot and cold temperature, wet or humid conditionsThe freelance position is on-call as needed with fluctuating hours. Candidates must have a flexible schedule and be available to work various shifts with short notice at times, including nights, weekends, and holidays; or longer shifts due to breaking newsWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
The Company collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state and local law.
Applicants for employment with The Company will never be asked to provide money (even if reimbursable) as part of the job application or hiring process. Please review our Fraud FAQfor further details.
News 12
is our award-winning, hyper local news stationcovering communities throughout Long Island, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Westchester, Hudson Valley, Connecticut and New Jersey. News 12 New York is our National streaming service for regional news, weather and News 12 originals.
If you're committed to delivering high quality news and storytelling with a hyper local lens, we have positions available for both on and off-air talent with opportunities for development and growth.Job Summary
News 12 is looking for an aggressive, self-starting freelance Multimedia Journalist. The ideal candidate should be able to generate story ideas, develop sources, pursue leads, and produce and present stories and other content for all platforms including social media. We're looking for motivated local journalists willing to dive deeply into community issues and do stories that matter.Responsibilities
Shoot, write and edit clearly and creatively.Operateassigned camera and editing gear.Develop sources, maintain contacts, and pursue leads that result in original stories.Gather information, video content, interviews, and other elements necessary to produce thorough, high-quality news reports.Maintain a deep level of familiarity with hyper-local news events in order to generate original stories.Represent News 12 positively in the community in a courteous and professional manner.Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.Respond to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required.Qualifications
Associates or Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications preferred, Master's degree is a plusMinimum one year full-time professional news reporting experienceAbility to work independently in a one-man band, backpack, multimedia environmentAbility to edit on non-linear systems i.e., Final Cut Pro, Adobe PremierKnowledge of local and national current events, newsmakers, and issuesKnowledge of libel laws and ethical foundations of journalismExcellent news writing ability for all platforms including social mediaExpected to write web/digital copy for all stories - Proficiency in current and emerging newsgathering and production technologiesAbility to think quickly and respond appropriately in high pressure situationsValid driver's license with good driving recordAbility to work inside a climate-controlled office/studio environment and outside in all weather conditions including extremes in hot and cold temperature, wet or humid conditionsThe freelance position is on-call as needed with fluctuating hours. Candidates must have a flexible schedule and be available to work various shifts with short notice at times, including nights, weekends, and holidays; or longer shifts due to breaking newsWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
The Company collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state and local law.
Applicants for employment with The Company will never be asked to provide money (even if reimbursable) as part of the job application or hiring process. Please review our Fraud FAQfor further details.