Multimedia Journalist

WMTW-TV, Maine's ABC affiliate, is looking for a Multimedia Journalist that has the ability to generate story ideas, write to video, and do compelling live shots. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who wants to win each day. The Multimedia Journalist should be an accurate, ethical, compelling storyteller with a team attitude. The right candidate loves telling stories and delivering them LIVE to the viewers. This person will produce content on-air, online, and for our mobile devices. We are looking for someone who can shoot and edit videos and has a passion for journalism and bringing the viewer the “big story”.

Job Responsibilities:

Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights, and weekends. Variable shift possible.
Put together high-quality packages.
Coverage of breaking news and sports.
Develop sources and generate story ideas.
Shoot live shots and live interviews.
Shoot and track news stories.
Work with reporters on packages, special reports, and documentaries.
In-person attendance is required.

Experience Requirements:

At least one year of television news reporting, photography, and editing.
Breaking news/sports reporter.
Creative writer and packager.
Military multimedia experience will be considered.

Qualifications Requirements:

Works quickly and efficiently
Good personality. Must connect with viewers
Must enjoy being part of a team.
Excellent writing and packaging skills
Must be able to provide samples of reporting and photography.
Ability to develop contacts and generate stories.
Ability to shoot and edit high-quality video
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.

Education:

Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.
Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Defense Information School (DINFOS) or other related military training and experience will be considered.