Multimedia Journalist II

Overview

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Rocky Mountain Public Media, Inc. (RMPM) is the parent company of Rocky Mountain PBS, KUVO Jazz, and The Drop. Over a million Coloradans turn to Rocky Mountain PBS, KUVO Jazz, and The Drop to discover provocative and inspiring local, national, and international programming; find diverse viewpoints; and experience lifelong learning opportunities every month.

You cover the I-70 mountain corridor and high country as a real place where people live and don't just vacation or play in. As someone rooted in the region, you understand the stories that matter to your neighbors and the communities Rocky Mountain Public Media serves. The way you tell stories, whether as articles, videos, or photo essays, centers people and their experiences above all.

You enjoy collaborating on documentaries, series, and news stories with colleagues around Colorado and thrive in environments under deadline as a beat reporter. Most importantly, you're self-directed, creative, and curious about how Coloradans live, work, and play in one of the most dynamic regions in the country.

The I-70/High Country MMJII will primarily work remotely from home in the High Country and out of the Denver main office for occasional in-person meetings. This full-time, on-location role requires:

• Researching the I-70 Mountain Corridor and High Country as a beat and developing original story ideas arising from on-the-ground reporting
• Developing sources, gathering information through investigations and thorough research
• Pitching and reporting two original journalism pieces per week
• Participating in regular editorial meetings, training sessions, and collaborations
• Contributing to multi-platform publication of stories

• Responsible for daily production of responsive reporting covering the communities along the I-70 Mountain corridor as well as special projects when required
• Writes stories and shoots and edits video packages for multiple platforms at Rocky Mountain Public Media in line with our mission of a Colorado where everyone feels seen and heard
• Develops beat coverage in the High Country and beyond by engaging with communities and maintaining relationships with sources
• Uses solid news judgment when recognizing relevant and engaging stories that serve our audience
• Maintains and adheres to RMPM community ethics and values, demonstrating the highest standards of integrity, inclusiveness, and respect when reporting and representing the organization
• Shoots and edits video assets, including, as needed, full-feature documentaries, social media dispatches, interviews, and others, while following PBS, NPR, and FCC technical standards
• Collaborates with outside media partners and RMPM departments on projects and initiatives
• Attends daily morning editorial pitch meetings to stay up-to-date on overall newsroom coverage, receive deadline assignments from editors, and identify potential collaborations with colleagues
• Keeps track of miles traveled, meals, and hotel accommodations for budget and expense reporting, as well as monitors hours for work completed as part of grants
• Maintains a spirit of curiosity, experimentation, and creativity in trying out new formats and projects

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or relevant field
• 3-5 years of experience in journalism and deadline environments
• Excellent skills in news writing and editing for publication
• Experienced and adept in video production and video editing
• Must have demonstrated expertise in using Adobe Creative Cloud software
• Familiar and comfortable creating content for social media
• A mix of demonstrated skills, abilities and knowledge may be considered in place of educational requirements

• Preferred Spanish-language proficiency
• Must be able to work both independently and as a collaborative and productive team member with strong interpersonal skills
• Must thrive in a deadline environment and possess exceptional time management, decision-making, and organizational skills
• Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable for driving station vehicles
• A drone license or…