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Multimedia Journalist

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FOX59 and CBS4 are seeking a Multimedia Journalist to join the Murrow and Emmy award winning #1 newsroom in Indianapolis. We’re looking for a reporter who loves to find and tell compelling stories with urgency and impact. This position will have unique opportunities for digital and streaming content and may be asked to fill-in on the anchor desk. Expectations for the position include, but are not limited to:

  • Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
  • Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
  • Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
  • Determines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
  • Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
  • Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
  • Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
  • Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
  • Shoots and edits news events and news reports
  • Produces and presents reports for all platforms
  • Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
  • Creates content for the web, streaming and social media platforms
  • Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
  • Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

  • Fluency in English
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
  • Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)
  • Superior on-air presence
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
  • Flexibility to work any shift
  • Other duties as assigned