Multimedia Journalist and Host
Company: WMHT Educational Telecommunications
Location: Troy
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Location:WMHT-TV4 Global ViewTroy NY 12180POSITION:Title:
Multimedia Journalist and HostDepartment: Content and
EngagementType: Full Time, Non-ExemptReports To: Managing Editor &
Host BROAD FUNCTION:WMHT Public Media, located in New York State's
Capital Region, serving Eastern New York and Western New England,
is the only locally owned, nonprofit, multichannel public
communications organization that reaches beyond the traditional
broadcasting model to act as a leader by convening arts, culture,
learning and civic interests. WMHT focuses on Community, Culture
and Connections by providing entertainment, enrichment and
engagement through television, radio, digital media, and
educational services.At WMHT, we provide journalism and educational
content that empowers viewers to be informed and active residents
of the Empire State. Join the WMHT team as we create trusted,
unbiased, multi-platform media that meets our audiences where they
are and delivers high quality information that reflects the
diversity of our region. We strive to create a workplace culture
that values diversity of perspective and lived experience.WMHT
provides a place where people are supported to do their best work.
WMHT seeks a Multimedia Journalist and Host that will support
broadcast and digital public affairs efforts primarily through
WMHT's award-winning New York NOW weekly program, which takes
viewers beyond the headlines to provide statewide coverage of the
issues and debates that matter most to New Yorkers. The Multimedia
Journalist and Host works in WMHT's Public Affairs content
vertical, but this position's scope is varied and includes work
across the Content and Engagement Departments. The Multimedia
Journalist and Host will at times collaborate with our Education,
Arts and Culture content verticals as well as with WMHT's Digital
Team.The Multimedia Journalist & Host will work with Managing
Editor & Host Dan Clark to conceive of, plan, create and host
episodes of New York NOW as needed. The successful candidate would
also collaborate with producers of NY &, a digital and
broadcast civics education series serving audiences on social
platforms. Producers and Journalists at WMHT have critical thinking
skills. They are creative problem solvers and self-starters who are
an active part of the production team at WMHT. Producers work
collaboratively at WMHT. They participate in editorial meetings,
share challenges, and find solutions. We would prefer candidates
with video journalism experience, but if you come from a print,
radio or other reporting background, we can help you make the
transition to our multi platform approach. The nature of our
industry is evolving. We expect the Multimedia Journalist and Host
to bring a self-motivated drive as we learn and grow together. The
successful candidate will have a passion for service to the
community through their work. The Multimedia Journalist & Host has
excellent communication skills and engages effectively with the
public. This position is public facing. The Multimedia Journalist &
Host represents WMHT in the digital world, utilizes social media to
share content on a consistent and on-going basis, and use social
platforms to source stories. Reports may involve field production
or in studio interviews. The Multimedia Journalist & Host is
committed to a public media model that values community engagement,
a model that listens and responds to the community. The Multimedia
Journalist & Host participates in station activities, presents to
the community advisory board, the board of directors, and
represents WMHT at community events.SPECIFIC OPERATIONAL
RESPONSIBILITIES:Reporting:Produces text-based, audio, video,
journalism content Appears as talent on video and audio
reportsField Production: Records video and audio for broadcast and
digital distributionNon-broadcast:Creates and publishes multimedia
social media contentPost-Production:Edits video and audio for
broadcast and digital distributionHosting: Serves as Host of New
York NOW and NY & as needed. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Maintains
working knowledge of tools and equipment specific to job
responsibilities; attends training sessions as assigned Works
collaboratively with internal partners to achieve the highest
quality finished product Assists in station-wide projects and
corporate fund-raising effortsCarries out related duties as
assigned.Adheres to editorial standards set by the
companyREQUIREMENTS:At least two years of reporting
experience.Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism,
communications or related field, or equivalent training in
productionThorough knowledge of journalistic principles, ethics and
standardsCommitment to the mission and goals of public
broadcastingStrong commitment to excellence in the finished
product; ability to work successfully either independently or as a
team memberAbility to lift and carry equipment up to 25 lbs., carry
out frequent reaching, stretching, twisting and bending. Standing
for up to two hours at one time and sitting for extended
periodsDemonstrated technical skill in professional fieldAbility to
maintain a flexible scheduleStrong communication and interpersonal
skillsAbility to work cooperatively with people at all levels in
the organization and clients, to work under pressure of deadlinesA
valid New York State driver's license and good driving record is
required for all WMHT positionsDemonstrated knowledge of Adobe
Creative Cloud Suite of tools (Premiere, Photoshop,After Effects,
Audition), Microsoft Office.The yearly salary range is $55,000 -
$65,000To apply, please email a cover letter and resume with a
links to writing and media samples to vbelden@wmht.org or mail
to:Valerie BeldenWMHT4 Global ViewTroy, NY 12180WMHT Educational
Telecommunications is an equal opportunity employer. The community
and audience we serve is diverse, and we wish to foster that
diversity in our workplace. Toward that end, WMHT does not
discriminate against individuals in hiring, employment or promotion
on the basis of race, religion, color, sex/gender, gender identity
and gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, sexual
orientation, citizenship, handicap or disability, veteran or
military status, political belief, pregnancy, genetic information
or any other characteristic protected by
law.PDN-9927400b-8f23-423a-a2bd-7a20a6bbb4b1
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