Multimedia Journalist

Location: Metairie

## Multimedia Journalist Apply locations:
LA-Metairie;

One Galleria Blvd (Tribune-WGNO/WNOL) time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition :
REQ-41848
** WGNO-TV
** in New Orleans, a #Digital First operation with a focus on delivering local content 24/7 across all platforms is looking for an assertive, multi-talented person to serve as a
** Multimedia Journalist**. We're looking for a MMJ whose news gathering, storytelling, photography and editing skills stand out in a competitive, high-quality market. The successful candidate is a journalist who can enterprise and produce stories and news content on all platforms that viewers and digital users will not see anywhere else. This is a great opportunity for an established, skilled MMJ!

The
** Multimedia Journalist
** produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, and edits content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers.
* 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
* Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
* 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
* Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience, or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social, or other functions
* Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
* Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
* Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
* Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
* 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
* Writes stories for the web and other social media platforms
* Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
* Performs special projects and 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
* Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment
* 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