Multimedia Producer
This individual will be required to pitch, report and produce outstanding daily visual journalism and long-term visual stories, as well as to aggressively search, aggregate and seek permission for digital video content from third-party sources around the web – in accordance with the news of the day.
This individual will also produce live content for our on-site player and social media channels. Multimedia journalists play a critical role, working closely with newsroom colleagues to tell the most important and timely video stories.
A strong work ethic, the ability to multitask, to quickly produce high-quality video and the aptitude to work across short- and long-term deadlines is required.
Responsibilities include:
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Produce outstanding still photojournalism and video to accompany storytelling in online digital presentations and for print using DSLR camera equipment
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Generate ideas for daily still photo and video stories that appeal across local, regional and national online audiences
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Report, edit and produce compelling visual journalism on deadline
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Shoot live video on scene when warranted and transmit photos from the scene of breaking news and sporting events
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Aggressively curate and produce third-party video for placement within our stories and on social media
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Edit, produce and place video in related stories and social platforms
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Leverage digital tools and social media to find newsworthy videos to aggregate
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Produce live-stream content, which may include breaking news, public meetings or scheduled newsroom events
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Collaborate with editors/reporters to develop creative approaches to digital storytelling
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Write headlines, captions, summaries, social media posts and stories that are engaging and accurate
Requirements:
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College degree preferred or equivalent experience
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3-5 years digital journalism experience required
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Familiarity with DSLR and professional video cameras, capturing sound and video editing
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Newsroom experience and/or internship(s), preferably in newspapers and/or digital media
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Strong video editing ability and storytelling a must
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Visual sensibility and experience contributing to interactive and multimedia work, with creative concepts and implementation
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Reliable news judgment, advanced communication skills needed
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Ability to edit video using Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut X
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Ability to use Adobe After Effects and Audition a plus
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An understanding of audience trends, SEO and digital media are important
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Ability to quickly edit video
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Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
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Vehicle insurance required
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Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Personal Attributes:
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Energy, flexibility, and online smarts
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Ability to work well with a variety of editors and staff at all levels within a digitally evolving local newsroom
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Aptitude for thinking big, working wisely, quickly and efficiently
This position will be based in Charlotte. Nights and weekend work is a possibility. Some travel may be required.
When Applying: Please include samples of your work or a link to your online portfolio.