Multimedia Journalist

The Multimedia Journalist will be responsible for developing and producing news content in written, video, graphic and audio formats across the media house's digital platforms and assisting with the production of the daily newscasts.

• Use a mixture of text, graphics, audio, images and video to create newsworthy content across the media house digital platforms under specified deadlines.
• Shoot and edit video and still photos to complement stories.
• Write news and A/V scripts, lead-ins and bridges as required.      
• Work with the production team to develop and produce ongoing “special series”, special reports, documentaries and other compelling audio/video news packages based on major breaking news and current affairs developments for digital platforms. 
• Produce thought-provoking features which demonstrate a deep understanding of the issues tackled.
• Gather and present information for live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights, and weekends.
• From time to time fill in for general assignments as required.
• Represent the media house in community-related and other public and private events.
• Coordinate with news personnel to develop stories that go beyond surface details, accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content.
• Develop a network of sources who provide tips early access to information and allow for breaking stories of significance.
• Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting standards before submission.
• Ensure that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Work occasional nonstandard hours to cover breaking news and travel as necessary.
• Consistently comply with company policies, procedures, processes and deadlines.