Multimedia Journalist / Editor

Job Description

Multimedia Journalist / Editor, WXMI

WXMI, the Fox affiliate in Grand Rapids, Michigan owned by The E.W. Scripps Company is searching for a Multimedia Journalist / Show Editor. We're looking for an up-and-coming journalist who is ready to grow a career with supportive teammates, and leaders who will spend time helping you craft your skills. This person will MMJ three days a week and edit the weekend morning shows the other two days. The right candidate will research, write, capture visual content, and edit stories for air and multiple platforms. This is a great opportunity in a beautiful part of the country. Grand Rapids has a big city feel paired with sandy beaches. Be part of this award-winning team! Apply today!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify factual story information through interviews, observation, and research.
• Organize material, determine slant or emphasis, and write stories according to the station's style and format standards.
• Shoot videos and still photos to illustrate stories.
• Edit, or assist in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.
• Appear on TV when in live and/or pre-recorded situations.
• Work cooperatively with the photographer assigned to the story, if one is assigned.
• Assist news producer in preparing newscast.
• Assist online staff in preparing for multimedia stories.
• Edit the weekend morning news or other shows as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• BS/BA in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Generally, 3+ years of experience in a 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, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company-required insurance limits

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-gmnk7v-18-218-151-70-42 in your application.