Spelman College is hiring: Bilingual Multimedia Journalist in Atlanta

KSBY, the NBC affiliate serving California’s Central Coast, is seeking an experienced Multimedia Journalist to join our team in Santa Maria. As a Multimedia Journalist, you will be responsible for researching, shooting, writing, and editing news stories for both on-air and digital platforms.

The right candidate must be bilingual in Spanish and have previous experience in a broadcast journalism newsroom.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

1. Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
2. Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
3. Organize material, determine slant or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
4. Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories.
5. Edit, or assist in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.
6. Appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration.
7. Give live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.
8. Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned.
9. Assist news producer in preparing newscast.
10. Assist online staff in preparing for multimedia stories.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

1. BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred.
2. Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred.
3. Fluency in English and Spanish (bilingual required).

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

1. Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems.
2. Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred.
3. Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment.
4. Edit video on Non-linear editing systems, or similar equipment.
5. Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills.
6. Proficient at posting content to various websites.
7. Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
8. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
9. Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

COMPENSATION RANGE:

Hourly: $27.40 – 32.211

Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in California.

WHAT WE OFFER (ADDITIONAL BENEFITS):

1. A career path to grow your professional experiences.
2. Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits.
3. Retirement savings plan with company match.
4. Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program.

SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets.

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