News / Lifestyle Multimedia Journalist

Job Description

News / Lifestyle Multimedia Journalist, WTVF

WTVF, the CBS station in Nashville, Tennessee, owned by The E.W. Scripps Company is looking for a News/Lifestyle Multimedia Journalist to join their award-winning station. The News/Lifestyle Multimedia Journalist will be responsible for researching, writing, capturing visual content and editing stories for multiple platforms including in news and lifestyle programming.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
• Organize material and write stories according to editorial style of the station.
• Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories.
• Edit, or assist in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.
• Appear on television in packaged reports.
• Go live from the site of event or story.
• Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, when one is assigned.
• Assist lifestyle show producer in preparing shows.
• Assist online staff in preparing stories for social media and website.
• Report, write, capture quality visual content, edit, and produce stories for multiple digital platforms including social media.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related degree or equivalent years of experience.
• Generally, 3+ years experience in related field preferred.

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 broadcast and AP-style writing skills.
• Proficient at posting content to various websites.
• 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 and good driving record required. In addition, proof of insurance and liability coverage may be required.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9yxo9-3-149-251-155-42 in your application.