Multimedia Journalist

News-Press & Gazette Company
Colorado Springs, CO
Category Communications
Job Description
Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated storyteller who embraces breaking news and going live. The ideal candidate will have a strong on-air presence and be able to develop a connection with our viewers and create memorable moments in our newscasts.

What You Will Do

Must embrace breaking news coverage, attend daily editorial meetings, pitch enterprise stories, establish and maintain news contacts, shoot, write and edit news stories on tight time schedules, and go live daily.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Candidate must be willing to work mornings, nights, and weekends, and have a winning attitude and want to compete for the 'big story' every day.

Requirements

  • A. or B.S. Degree in journalism or English or equivalent experience
  • At least 2 years of experience in television news reporting
  • Good attitude and team player
  • Strong on-air presentation
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Good driving record

Benefits

  • PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • Sick Leave
  • Personal Holidays
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Coverages
  • 401k with an Employer Match
  • FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
  • HSA (Health Savings Account)
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Long -Term Disability
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Referral Program Incentives
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Company-paid Basic Life Insurance
  • Basic Dependent Life Insurance
  • Basic AD&D coverage
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