Multimedia Journalist & Newscast Producer

Reporting:

• Enterprise, research, and develop compelling news stories.
• Gather information by identifying, interviewing, and recording sources.
• Shoot and edit video for broadcast and digital platforms using professional camera and editing equipment.
• Write stories for broadcast and digital that are accurate, clear, engaging, and deadline‑driven.
• Collaborate effectively with newsroom staff.
• Deliver live reports from the field, newsroom, or studio.
• Meet all deadlines and complete assignments on time.
• Maintain professional standards for wardrobe, hair, and cosmetics appropriate for on‑air appearances.

Producing:

• Work closely with the assignment desk to plan and build weekend newscasts.
• Select, write, organize, and time stories for live broadcasts.
• Make editorial decisions regarding content, story order, and story length.
• Ensure all newscast elements are accurate and complete, including scripts, graphics, video lists, and name keys.
• Meet production deadlines to support coordination with technical and creative teams.
• Work with reporters in the field to coordinate coverage and help to ensure reporter scripts are accurate and informative.
• Collaborate with the director and production crew in the control room during live broadcasts, making real‑time adjustments as needed.
• Adapt quickly to breaking news and changing situations.
• Complete post‑newscast documentation, reports, and preparation for upcoming broadcasts.
• Write and maintain content for the station website and social media platforms.