Job Details

Multimedia Journalist

KSBY, the E.W. Scripps 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, 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:

• Pitch and develop news stories for broadcast, digital, and social media platforms
• Consistently generate impactful local enterprise stories
• Develop and maintain strong community contacts
• Work with managers to develop story ideas and coverage plans for your beat area
• Gather and verify information through research, observation, and interviews
• Record and edit video, conduct interviews, and use graphics to enhance storytelling
• Deliver live reports from the field or appear on camera for recorded segments
• Write online and broadcast stories that adhere to editorial style and AP format
• Engage audiences and promote stories through an active social media presence
• Meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field preferred
• At least two years of experience in a related field is preferred

What You'll Bring:

• Experience in videography and non-linear editing experience preferred
• Capability to work independently researching, writing, shooting, and editing stories
• Strong storytelling skills with an understanding of diverse audience engagement
• Self-motivation and ability to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
• Excellent news judgment and commitment to accuracy
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work flexible hours, including holidays, evenings and weekends
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

Compensation Range: Hourly: $28.00 - 30.77 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.