Role OverviewJoin Bakersfield, California's trusted news leader as a Multimedia Journalist reporting on the stunning Kern River Valley. This role offers endless opportunities for dynamic visual storytelling, covering the stories that matter most to our community while building the foundation for a successful broadcast journalism career.
What You Will Do
As a Multimedia Journalist, you will receive assignments, gather and verify factual information, shoot video and still photos, edit videos, and appear on television programs. You will also work cooperatively with photographers and assist news producers in preparing newscasts.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role requires a strong broadcast and AP style writing skills, proficiency in posting content to various websites, and self-motivation to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment. You will also need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience
- 3+ years of experience in related field
- Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits
- Computer literacy, including newsroom computer systems
- Videography and non-linear editing experience
- 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
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Benefits
- Full medical, dental and vision benefits
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Disability accident insurance
- Hospital indemnity
- Critical illness
- Life insurance
- AD&D
- ID protection
- Pet discount program
- Employee assistance program
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