WEEKEND & NIGHTSIDE MMJ/REPORTER POSITION
The MMJ/reporter shoots, writes, and edits news stories from broadcast. Sometimes those stories will be presented live, either in the field or in the studio. The ideal candidate will have the ability to present relevant, important news stories in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news viewers on our broadcast and online platforms.
Candidate Must Have Ability To:
- Work weekend, evening, and overnight hours
- Report news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
- Arrange on-camera interviews with people who can provide information about stories
- Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
- Review and evaluate notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
- Work with producers and newsroom managers to determine a story’s emphasis, length, and format and organize materials accordingly
- Research and analyze background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
- Pitch stories to newsroom managers and news producers which are relevant to the community
- Receive assignments and evaluate leads and tips to develop story ideas
- Gather information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
- Discuss issues with producers and news managers to establish priorities or positions
- Check reference materials such as books, news files, or public records to obtain relevant facts
- Revise work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
- Shot and edit video for news reports both on broadcast and online platforms
- Ensure that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
- Write stories for the web and other online platforms
- Interact with viewers/users on social media sites
- Perform special projects and other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
- Ability to operate camera and editing equipment
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work well in a group or individual setting
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
- Flexibility to work any shift
