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Multimedia Journalist
Meredith
St Louis, MO, United States
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Job Title
Multimedia Journalist KMOV
I. The KMOV MMJ (Multimedia Journalist) enterprises, researches, writes, shoots, edits and presents news for News 4 newscasts. The position collaborates with the assignment desk, producers and managers on story development and story execution. Must be able to execute an aggressive, hard news advocacy brand in a reporter-driver newsroom. The MMJ also contributes their work to all media platforms and initiatives, including for example: on-air, web, digital, and social media.
II. Essential Job Functions
Weight % Accountabilities, Actions, and Expected Measurable Results
50 Writes. reports, shoots, and edits video news stories from concept to finish; contributes copy stories to newscasts and digital platforms. Performs live reports on a daily basis.
25 Maintain an assigned contact beat to generate story ideas and breaking news tips. This is an integral part of the News 4 Watching Out for You brand.
15 Provides daily story notes outlining ideas for future stories. Passes along facts and contacts for ongoing story checks. Provides progress reports on story checks. Shares information relating to upcoming events, meetings or story developments.
10 Serves as community ambassador for KMOV. Responds to concerns of viewers. Makes personal appearances on behalf of the station. Attends station sponsored promotion events as scheduled.
100
III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.
Experience: At least two years experience in broadcast journalism. Experience reporting (MMJ) news at a commercial television station preferred.
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Must possess advanced understanding of legal and ethical issues impacting journalism. Ability to combine words and pictures into informative and interesting news stories.
Advanced knowledge of the locale, governing bodies, demographics, and pubic figures. Ability to edit stories as necessary.
Ability to perform quality work in high pressure deadline situations. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must possess valid Driver's License.
% Travel Required (Approximate): UP to 10 Percent
KMOV is a Meredith Corporation TV station.