Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

WCYB-TV News 5, the NBC and FOX affiliate serving the Tri-Cities, is looking for a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) who is passionate about telling meaningful stories, connecting with the community, and producing compelling content across platforms.

The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller who can report, shoot, write, and edit engaging stories for television, digital, social media, and streaming platforms. We’re looking for someone who is curious, motivated, and eager to develop sources and uncover stories that matter to viewers across the Tri-Cities region.

Responsibilities include:

Develop and pitch relevant, enterprise-driven story ideas that reflect the interests and concerns of communities throughout the Tri-Cities

Report, shoot, write, and edit compelling stories for television, digital, social media, and streaming platforms

Build and maintain relationships with sources throughout the community

Deliver engaging live reports from the field

Create timely and accurate content for our website and social media platforms

Work effectively under deadline pressure while maintaining high journalistic and ethical standards

Collaborate with producers, photographers, anchors, and other newsroom team members to deliver strong daily coverage and special projects

Qualifications:

A passion for journalism, storytelling, and serving the community

Strong shooting, writing, editing, and live reporting skills

An understanding of visual storytelling and NPPA-style techniques

Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative newsroom

Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced news environment

A valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Newsroom experience through professional work, internships, student media, or comparable experience

Experience with LiveU or similar live technology is a plus

Candidates should apply online and include a link to a current demo reel showcasing reporting, writing, shooting, editing, and on-camera work.

The base hourly compensation range for this role is $16.50 to $18.10 . Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.

Why WCYB?

For more than 70 years, WCYB has been a trusted source of news and information for viewers across the Tri-Cities. We’re proud of our long history of serving the region and are looking for journalists who want to become part of the communities we cover. This is an opportunity to grow your skills, tell stories that make a difference, and join a newsroom committed to strong local journalism and community service.

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.