About this role
About the Role Join KSTU Fox 13 in Salt Lake City, Utah as a Multimedia Journalist for the E.W. Scripps-owned station. You’ll tell breaking news and feature stories that matter to Utahns and contribute across live, taped, and online platforms. Salt Lake City offers an outdoor lifestyle with a vibrant community that provides a rich backdrop for your reporting.
What You'll Do
- Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
- Gather and verify factual information through interviews, observation, and research.
- Organize materials and write stories according to editorial style and format standards.
- Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories.
- Edit or assist in editing videos for all multimedia platforms.
- Appear on TV in live or pre-recorded situations.
- Work cooperatively with photographers assigned to stories, if one is assigned.
- Assist news producer in preparing newscasts.
- Assist online staff in preparing for multimedia stories.
- Other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For
- BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred.
- Generally, 3+ years of experience in a related field preferred.
- Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems.
- Videography and non-linear editing experience.
- Knowledge of broadcast-quality camera equipment.
- Edit video on non-linear systems.
- Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills.
- Proficient at posting content to various websites.
- Self-motivated and able to work in a deadline-driven environment.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company-required insurance limits.