Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

WJAR, Southern New England’s News Leader, has an exciting opportunity for a Multimedia Journalist! Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television.

Skills and Experience:

• Sharp news judgment
• The ability to tell an NPPA style story
• Excellent technical skills
• The ability to work well independently
• Other responsibilities as assigned
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record
  
  

Requirements and Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years reporting experience is required
• Experience with live shots is required
• Sharp news judgment and strong technical skills are essential
• Must be a creative storyteller 
• Must be able to develop contacts and sources
• Understands the importance and strategic use of social media
• Available for community events and appearances 
• Experience with iNews, Live-U, and AVID is a plus
  
  

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.