Multimedia Journalist - Spectrum News

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Are you a storyteller at heart? Do you want to shine a light on the issues that matter? Apply to be a Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News.

Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyperlocal news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased, and high quality content. Our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television, providing 24 hour news to viewers when and where they want it.

As a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ), you will pitch, write, shoot, interview, and edit stories that connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms. You will own each step of the storytelling process and collaborate with a team to produce compelling, timely, and accurate coverage.

• Connecting with neighbors to dig into local issues
• Telling stories across TV, connected television, and digital platforms
• Working with flexible deadlines and a supportive community to maintain work life balance

• Experience
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  Television news reporting – 3+ years
• Education
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  Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or related field; or comparable television work experience
• Technical Skills
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  Ability to shoot video, edit with video editing software, and use social media effectively
• Skills
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  Effective on camera communication and strong written and verbal expression
• Abilities
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  Curiosity, sense of urgency, ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
• Travel
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  Willingness to travel in your neighborhood to discover stories and interact with the community
• Schedule
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  Ability to work under time pressure, adapt to different shifts or long shifts from breaking news, severe weather emergencies, and availability on weekends and holidays
• Valid driver’s license for authorized driving in the state of residence

• Experience working in a 24 hour news channel

• Work both inside a climate controlled environment and outdoors year round; may be subjected to extreme heat or cold conditions

The base pay for this position generally is between $44,000.00 and $80,000.00
. Compensation is based on skills, qualifications, experience, and location, and may include additional incentive based options.

Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans. Learn about Life at Spectrum.