NCTV17, an award-winning community television station in the western suburbs, is looking for a full-time Multi-Media Journalist to join the news team. This position is a great opportunity for eager reporters to hit the ground running and gain valuable experience in the fourth largest city in Illinois.
Job responsibilities for this position include:
- Use a professional video camera, write, and edit news stories
- Produce stories from concept to completion for all NCTV17 platforms
- Respond to breaking news situations
- Cultivate stories important to our Naperville viewers
- Create engaging social media content across many platforms, including Instagram, Facebook & Twitter
- Create meaningful relationships with local sources and community leaders and positively represent NCTV17 in the community
Qualifications:
- Strong news judgment
- Excellent writing and storytelling skills
- Strong editing skills on Adobe Premiere or other comparable editing software
- Strong camera skills – can use a camera for own news package
- Able to work under tight deadlines
- Strong skills expected in: organization, teamwork, communication, problem solving, and dependability
- Have a passion for community media
- 1-3 years of professional experience
Requirements:
- BS/BA in Journalism/Communications/Broadcasting
- Valid Illinois Driving License
Local candidates preferred. No allowance for relocation.
Compensation: salary, health insurance, PTO and SIMPLE IRA
Interested parties should submit a resume, cover letter, and a link to a demo reel to ebspencer@nctv17.com and kpirc@nctv17.com. No phone calls.
All employment and compensation with NCTV17 is “at will” which means employment can be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either NCTV17 or the employee, except as otherwise provided by law.
To apply for this job email your details to ebspencer@nctv17.com