Multimedia Journalist I

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Springfield, IL, USA
In-Office
18-19 Hourly
Entry level
News + Entertainment
The Role
Reports, shoots, and edits daily news stories for television and digital platforms. Generates original story ideas, conducts enterprise reporting, develops sources, maintains an active social media presence, and communicates stories creatively across multiple channels. The role requires teamwork, a journalism-related bachelor’s degree, and a clear driving record; live shot experience is preferred.
Summary Generated by Built In

WICS has an exciting opportunity for a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ). WICS is looking for a Multimedia Journalist. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, develop contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms in addition to television.

Skills and Experience:

  • A self-starter and who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis
  • Ability to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
  • Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Live shot experience is preferred
  • Previous experience working in a team environment is a must
  • A Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field
  • Clear Driving Record

The base hourly compensation range for this role is $17.50 to $18.50 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, vacation time, and floating holidays.

Apply on line at: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=32d20f5d-2c2c-4959-b573-a711936d5940&ccId=9201752978206_2&lang=en_US then click the CAREERS tab

WICS and Rincon Broadcasting is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, or disability status.

About Rincon

Rincon Broadcasting Group is a privately held media company committed to reshaping regional broadcast by combining legacy media assets with forward-looking technologies. Under the leadership of industry veteran, Todd Parkin, Rincon is acquiring multiple mid-market television stations with long-term growth potential.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or a related field
  • Previous experience working in a team environment
  • Clear driving record
  • Live shot experience
  • Ability to generate original story ideas and perform enterprise reporting
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to maintain an active social media presence
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The Company
HQ: Atlanta, GA
37 Employees

What We Do

Rincon Broadcasting Group LLC is an American broadcasting company based in Atlanta with local broadcast telvision stations and digital media properties across the U.S. including, Milwaukee, WI, Memphis, TN, Champaign-Springfield and Quincy, Il, Ottumwa, Iowa, Spokane and Yakima, Washington, and Yuma, Arizona.

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