WJAR, Southern New England’s News Leader , has an exciting opportunity for a Multimedia Journalist! We want someone who loves breaking news and doesn’t follow the pack. We are looking for diggers who find original, impactful stories that hold people in power accountable, ask tough questions, question the answers, follow how tax dollars are being spent, and keep an eye on the Government to make sure it is doing its job. You will also be expected to produce daily content on various platforms including the Internet, social networking sites, mobile phones, and television.

Responsibilities:

• Reporting, shooting, and editing news stories

• Producing daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites, and mobile phones, in addition to television

• Enterprise/Original/Impactful story ideas

• Developing contacts

• Other responsibilities as assigned

    Requirements and Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years of reporting experience is preferred

• Experience with live shots is required

• Sharp news judgment and strong technical skills are essential

• Must be a creative storyteller 

• Must be able to develop contacts and sources

• Understands the importance and strategic use of social media

• Available for community events and appearances 

• Experience with iNews, Live-U, and AVID is a plus

• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a good driving record

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.