Multimedia Journalist

KOAA is committed to following a story wherever it leads. If you are a journalist who wants to tell the whole story and follow it to the end we are looking for you. Join our team of journalists looking to go deeper, make more of an impact, and celebrate wins by doing great work.

The Multimedia Journalist is responsible for researching, writing, capturing visual content, and editing stories for multiple platforms.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Receives assignment or evaluates news leads and news tips to develop story ideas

Gathers and verifies factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research

Organizes material, determines angle or emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards

Shoots video and still photos to illustrate stories

Edits, or assists in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms

Gives live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit

Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned

Report, write, capture quality visual content, edit and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or related degree or equivalent years of experience

Minimum of one year of experience

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems

Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred

Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment

Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment

Strong writing skills

Proficient at posting content to various platforms

Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

COMPENSATION RANGE:
Hourly: $25.96 - 28.846