Sports Multimedia Journalist, WMAR

Job description

WMAR, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Baltimore, Maryland, is seeking a Sports MMJ who will deliver compelling sports coverage to our viewers while being at the center of the action that impacts our community. You'll bring energy and authenticity to our broadcasts while connecting with the passionate sports fans that make Charm City unique. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas. Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research. Organize material, determine slant or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards. Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories. Edit, or assists in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms. Appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration Give 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. WHAT YOU'LL NEED: BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred...