WROC/RochesterFirst
MultimediaJournalist
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“Multimedia Journalist at WROC/RochesterFirst. Skills: Multimedia journalism, News production, Content delivery. Produce news production content. Report news stories”
Industry & Context.
Good driving record, Flexibility to work any shift
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Fluency in English, Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting, Valid driver’s license
What You'll Do.
Produce news production content
Determine story emphasis
Research background information
Discuss issues with producers
Check reference materials
Ensure content meets standards
Write website content
Write digital content
Interact with viewers
Perform special projects
How You'll Work.
Communication Scope
Oral communication; Written communication; Ad lib
Full Job Description
Ready to take the next leap in your journalism career? WROC/RochesterFirst is hiring a _Multimedia Journalist_ to join our award-winning team! We're looking for a candidate who is PASSIONATE about news. Confident, enthusiastic , and excited to lead by example. The industry is evolving quickly and this position will reflect. We want someone who understands the importance of delivery quality stories both on-air and on our digital platforms. You will have the opportunity to be a strong leader in our newsroom. With the credibility and strength of our 75-year trusted brand, WROC/RochesterFirst is Rochester, NY’s universal local source for news, weather, and information across all platforms. Rochester, NY, ranked as the nation’s second most affordable housing market, offers an exceptional quality of life—with outstanding dining, lively entertainment, scenic parks and golf courses, and a friendly, welcoming community. Between your time at WROC/RochesterFirst and your free time exploring the region, you will NEVER be bored. WROC-TV/RochesterFirst.com in Rochester, New York is hiring a _Multimedia Journalist_ who produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits, and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. _Essential Duties & Responsibilities:_ * Reports news stories and other content for Linear, Digital, CTV App, Social, and other platforms, describing the background and details of events * Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories * Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines * Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details * Determines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly * Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate informati
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