Multimedia Journalist, KSBY (Santa Maria/North Santa Barbara County) at E.W. Scripps

Job description

KSBY, The E.W. Scripps Company NBC station in beautiful San Luis Obispo, California, is looking for a creative, driven and community-focused Multimedia Journalist to join our North Santa Barbara County team. If you are passionate about telling impactful stories that engage people across broadcast, digital, and social platforms, this is a chance to bring your talent to a station that is committed to public service journalism. As a beat reporter based out of Santa Maria, you'll cover towns and cities along California's stunning Central Coast - a vibrant region packed with breathtaking scenery and diverse cultures. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas. Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research. Organize material, determine slant or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards. Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories. Edit, or assists in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms. Appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration. Give live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit. Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned. Assist news producer in preparing newscast. Assist online staff in preparing for multi media stories. WHAT YOU'LL NEED: BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills, preferred Proficient at posting content to various websites Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK, AND PLAY: Santa Maria puts you in the heart of California's beautiful Central Coast, surrounded by rolling vineyards, scenic open spaces, and easy access to the Pacific. Located in northern Santa Barbara County, Santa Maria Valley offers the relaxed feel of California wine country while serving as a convenient home base for exploring the Central Coast. Food and wine are a big part of the Santa Maria experience. The region is known for its distinctive Santa Maria-style barbecue tradition, featuring meats grilled over native red oak, and the surrounding Santa Maria Valley is home to wineries and tasting rooms producing acclaimed Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, and more. The Foxen Canyon Wine Trail winds through the valley, offering another way to experience the area's vineyards and landscape. If you love the outdoors, you'll have plenty to explore. Santa Maria Valley combines mild weather and wide-open spaces with opportunities for hiking, cycling, golfing, birdwatching, and beach trips. When you're ready for a change of scenery, the surrounding Central Coast offers everything from ocean views and coastal adventures to wine-country escapes. For a journalist, Santa Maria also offers the chance to live and work directly in the community you're covering, while enjoying everything that makes California's Central Coast such an appealing place to call home. It's a great fit for someone looking for a mix of local community, outdoor adventure, food and wine, and the California coastal lifestyle. #LI-SM2 COMPENSATION RANGE: Hourly: $26.44 - $31.25 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 medic