Senior Multimedia Journalist Job at Altice USA in New York

News 12 is our award-winning, hyper local news station covering 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 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. Responsibilities Shoot, write and edit clearly and creatively. Operate assigned camera and editing gear. Dive deeply into community issues and do stories that matter. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications preferred, Master's degree is a plus. 4 - 5 years' full-time professional news reporting experience. Ability to work independently in a one-man band, backpack, multimedia environment. Ability to edit on non-linear systems - i.e., Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premier. Knowledge of local and national current events, newsmakers, and issues. Knowledge of libel laws and ethical foundations of journalism. Excellent news writing ability for all platforms including social media. Expected to write web/digital copy for all stories. Proficiency in current and emerging newsgathering and production technologies. Ability to think quickly and respond appropriately in high pressure situations. Valid driver's license with good driving record. Ability to lift, carry and maneuver up to 40lbs. Ability 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 conditions. Flexibility to work any assigned shift with ability to work nights, weekends and holidays; or longer shifts due to 'breaking news.' We 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr