Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

WJAR, Southern New England's News Leader, is looking to hire several Multi-Media Journalists to join our expanding News department. 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.

Responsibilities:

• Reporting, shooting, and editing news stories
• Producing daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites, and mobile phones, in addition to television
• Enterprise/Original/Impactful story ideas
• Developing contacts
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements and Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years of reporting experience is preferred
• 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
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a good driving record

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.

ABOUT US

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.