Scripps is hiring! We're currently looking to hire an Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join our news team at KERO in Bakersfield, CA. The MMJ is responsible for researching, writing, capturing visual content and editing stories for multiple platforms.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Receives assignment or evaluates news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.




• Gathers and verifies factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.




• Organizes material, determines slant or emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.




• Shoots video and still photos to illustrate stories.




• Edits, or assists in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.




• Appears on television program when conducting taped interview or narration




• Gives live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.




• Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned.




• Assist news producer in preparing newscast.




• Assist online staff in preparing for multi media stories.




• Report, write, capture quality visual content, edit and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline, such as Internet and digital channels.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Bachelors degree in broadcast journalism or related degree or equivalent years of experience




• Minimum of two years of experience

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems.




• Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred.




• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment.




• Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment.




• Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills.




• Proficient at posting content to various websites.




• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.




• Valid driver's license and good driving record required. In addition, proof of insurance and liability coverage may be required.

​ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is one of the nation’s leading media companies, focused on creating a better-informed world through a portfolio of news, information and entertainment brands. Scripps will become the nation’s largest television broadcaster, reaching 73% of U.S. television households through 108 stations in 76 markets, pending regulatory approval of its acquisition of ION Media. Committed to serving local audiences through objective journalism, Scripps operates 60 local TV stations in 42 markets. It is creating a national TV networks business that will include ION Media’s entertainment programming, Newsy’s straightforward headline and documentary news content and the five popular Katz broadcast networks including Bounce and Court TV. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will find their own way."

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship for the company.

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ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As the nation’s fourth-largest local TV broadcaster, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. The Scripps Networks reach nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Grit, Laff and Court TV Mystery. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.