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07/15/2021

Multi-Media Journalist

WJZ-TV

WJZ-TV has an immediate opening for a Multi-Media Journalist.

Req ID#: 6122
Job Title: Multi-Media Journalist

Job Description/Requisition Details:
CBS Television Stations consists of 28 CBS-owned stations in 17 major U.S. markets, as well as the stations’ digital properties. The portfolio of stations includes 15 that are part of the CBS Television Network, eight affiliates of The CW Network, three independent stations and two MyNetworkTV affiliates.The station group’s properties also include CBSN Local, a joint initiative with CBS Interactive that features direct-to-consumer streaming news services in the markets where the Company has local news organizations. CBS Television Stations’ premium local content is also distributed to consumers by the group’s websites and mobile applications. 

PURPOSE OF POSITION: Seeking creative and experienced Reporter/MMJ for TV and all digital platforms.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Report, write, shoot, and edit engaging, informative and compelling news content.
  • Develop and execute enterprise stories on regular basis.
  • Consistently contribute news content to station’s social media and digital platforms
  • Maintain an unequivocal commitment to accuracy, fairness and ethics
  • Ensure to meet all daily production deadlines.
  • Other duties, as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

  • Dynamic storyteller and interviewer
  • A leader who works well with a team and can successfully execute the station’s mission.
  • Outstanding and energetic communicator on-air, online and social media platforms.
  • Experience with non-linear shooting and editing.
  • Knowledge of use of social media a must and ability to execute station’s strategy.
  • Works well under deadline pressure.
  • Ability to work flexible schedule, as needed.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Three years of experience as an MMJ
  • Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or similar field.
  • Experience shooting and editing with small or mid-sized professional video cameras used in MMJ reporting.

ViacomCBS is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.  At ViacomCBS, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. ViacomCBS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.  If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access. https://www.viacomcbs.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to viacomaccommodations@viacom.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. 

Please have interested candidates visit our web site at VIACOMCBS to apply.

Consistent with our equal opportunity program, we request that you advise us of any candidate, including disabled persons, minorities or women, you believe may be qualified for this position and advise interested parties to apply as indicated.

WJZ-TV is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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