ABC10/KXTV Sacramento, an ABC TEGNA affiliate, is looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Journalist to help maintain our tradition of superior reporting and newsgathering. We are interested in finding a curious journalist who can create unique, memorable and well-written stories, who can share them on all platforms with a mix of outstanding photography and unforgettable editing. If youre a creative storyteller who understands true multi-platform journalism and who is not bound by the methods of traditional TV news - we want to hear from you! Current drivers license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.
Responsibilities: • Perform authoritative, compelling live shots in a developing story or in breaking news situations. • Develop story ideas. • Mine the community to find sources who will keep you informed about events and ideas in their areas of expertise. • Ability to identify, write, and produce stories within a specific framework. • Research for facts and credibility. • Maintain and develop sources who will help bring our reporting to the next level. • Shoot, write, produce, and edit on air and online content within deadlines. • Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories. • Use social media and digital tools to research, discover, and distribute content. • Attend editorial meetings and offer story ideas daily. • Write in an exciting, captivating, and authentic manner.
Requirements: • 3-5 years reporting experience preferred. • Must possess solid news judgment, display strong communication skills, creativity, and ethical decision-making skills. • Strong writing skills, and production skills abilities. • ENPS, EDIUS, and Axis graphics experience is preferred. • Must be organized with the ability to work under constant deadlines. • Must be able to calmly handle live breaking news situations and changing events. • Proven social and digital content creation ability. • Knowledge of Northern California a plus.