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Sinclair Broadcast Group Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) in Portland, Maine
WGME is looking for a Multi-Media Journalist to join our nightside reporting team. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on both our linear and digital platforms. WGME is routinely recognized for excellence in reporting, from our relentless continuing coverage of the important issues to our ground-breaking investigative journalism.
Skills and Experience:
Sharp news judgment
The ability to tell an NPPA style story
Excellent technical skills
The ability to work well independently
Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record
Requirements and Qualifications:
A minimum of 2 years reporting experience is required
Experience with live shots is required
Experience with Live-U is a plus
A track record of successfully using multiple digital platforms
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.