Category:
News
Position/Title:
Multimedia Journalist
Details:
PAPPAS TELECASTING OF CENTRAL NEBRASKA is currently accepting applications for the immediate position of full-time Multimedia Journalist #15-214 in Kearney, Nebraska.
The four main functions of a Multimedia journalist are producer, reporter, video operator, video editor and digital media producer/reporter. As producers, they develop and plan live or recorded video segments. This can include setting up interviews, determining where a segment is to be shot or selecting the specific shots to be used. As reporters, they compile data from various sources, investigate, analyze, write, shoot and edit their stories. As camera operators, they operate their own camera, recording all segments from start to finish. As a digital producer/reporter they are out promoting their daily stories as well as the station across multiple platforms including the web, mobile apps, Facebook and Twitter. Multimedia Journalists need to be able to handle all situations that they may be thrown into and be able to cover them in an objective and concise manner.
Qualified candidates must be creative, aggressive, and personable and above all have a great attitude, willing to do what it takes to help the station succeed. They must also have a good eye for shooting, sound news judgment, generate ideas and be flexibility to work any shift assigned. Candidates must always maintain a positive image when dealing with the public.
Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
12/4/2013
Closing Date:
1/4/2014
City:
Kearney - 68848
State:
Nebraska
URL:
http://www.nebraska.tv
Experience:
Responsibilities include:
•Strong news gathering, writing, and production skills
•Strong reporting skills
•Generate and develop story ideas using beat sources, contacts, and leads
•Deliver on-air stories, including live reports and breaking news coverage, demonstrating energy, confidence, professional appearance and voice quality.
•Maintain thorough knowledge of events, issues, and newsmakers in Central Nebraska
•Drive and operate microwave vehicles.
•Posts stories and original content on station website and other platforms.
•Strategically engages in social media.
Requirements:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
•Organize and present information in a way that captures and maintains the viewer’s interest and is easy to understand.
•Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
•Must have the ability to work well in fast paced environment and the ability to meet deadlines.
•Ability to operate a vehicle (must possess or be able to possess a valid NE state driver's license with an excellent driving record).
•Strong computer skills are required as well as familiarity with other web related tools like Skype, smart phones and laptop editors.
•Time management and organizational skills are critical since Video Journalists often work alone and unsupervised.
Contact:
Pappas Telecasting of Central NE
KHGI-TV
Attn: Personnel #15-214
PO Box 220
Kearney NE 68848-0220
E-Mail: ahenery@nebraska.tv
Fax Number: 308.743.2644
Phone Number: 308.743.2494
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. E.O.E.
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