Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) - Danville VA Bureau

Job Description

WSET ABC 13 is looking for a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) for our Danville, Virginia bureau. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television. ABC 13 is the station where Accountability Matters! Our reporters are strong enterprise storytellers and are not afraid to question government leaders.

Danville is one of the fastest growing areas of Virginia. Located along Virginia's border with North Carolina, Danville is home to a new Caesars Casino. It is also a short driving distance from Smith Mountain Lake, Raleigh NC and Charlotte. The Danville bureau has two MMJs and a dedicated videographer.

Skills and Experience :

• Sharp news judgment
• Excellent technical skills including Sony Camera, LIVEU, and AVID editing software.
• Our MMJs turing daily packages and live shots and have a strong social media presence
• The ability to work well independently
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record

Requirements and Qualifications :

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY :

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Sinclair :

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq : SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and / or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found atwww.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse : great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.