Santa Barbara-San Luis Obispo, CA, United States of America
1 day ago
Multimedia Journalist/Weather Forecaster, KSBY

Now is your chance to live and work just minutes from the beach. E.W. Scripps' owned KSBY, the dominant news outlet on California’s beautiful Central Coast, is looking for a Multimedia Journalist to cover news stories during the week and provide community Weather Forecasts on the weekend.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Pitch and develop news stories for broadcast, website, and social media platforms

Gather and verify factual information through interviews, observation and research

Create, cultivate, and maintain valuable sources in the community

Shoot, write, and edit video for newscasts, programs, and online platforms

Record video, conduct interviews, and build graphics to enhance storytelling

Write engaging stories that adhere to proper editorial style and AP format

Deliver live reports from the field or appear on camera for taped segments

Front local and national stories for the weekend newscasts

Provide weekend weather segments for two stations, including KSBY

Use weather data and graphics to build and present forecasts for newscasts

Write and post local weather stories to the station’s digital sites

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or related degree or equivalent years of experience

Minimum of two years of experience preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Computer literacy in weather and news computer systems

Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred

A strong understanding of how a powerful digital presence is critical to an organization’s success

Knowledge of broadcast-quality camera equipment

Experience editing video on Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, or similar system

Proficiency at posting content to various digital sites

Self-motivation and ability to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits

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COMPENSATION RANGE:

Hourly: $26.44 - $28.84


 

Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in California.


 

WHAT WE OFFER (ADDITIONAL BENEFITS):

A career path to grow your professional experiences

Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits

Retirement savings plan with company match

Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose. 

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

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