Multimedia Journalist, KIVI Job at Scripps Broadcasting Holdings LLC in Garden C

Multimedia Journalist, KIVI

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Location: Boise, ID - KIVI

Time Type: Full time

Posted on: Posted Yesterday

Job Requisition ID: JR034648

KIVI, The E.W. Scripps ABC station in Boise, Idaho is looking for a Multimedia Journalist to research, write, capture visual content, and edit stories for multiple platforms. Grow your career in one of this country's top places to live, work, and play, with quick access to miles and miles of the beautiful outdoors.

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.

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. Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills.
5. Proficient at posting content to various websites.
6. Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
7. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
8. Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

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. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person’s diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. Scripps leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative.

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. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery, and Laff. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”