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Multimedia Journalist - WFSU Public Media

Multimedia Journalist - WFSU Public Media

Florida State University

Tallahassee, FL • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 26 days ago

Florida State University rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

192nd of 532 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Department
WFSU Public Media
Responsibilities
  • Research story ideas/sources.
  • Report, write, edit, and produce stories for broadcast, web and social media.
  • Work with the News Director and WFSU team to assist with the distribution of information across our platforms-design and cater content to the specific medium.
  • Occasionally serve as a fill-in host for on-air programming.

Qualifications
  • A Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)
  • A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver's License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure.
  • Experience in audio, digital and video production.
  • Experience in writing and copy editing.
  • Ability to understand and simplify complex issues.
  • Experience producing long-form, narrative journalism in broadcast and digital.
  • Ability to adapt the material to fit a variety of platforms-audio, print, social and television.
  • Preferred majors: Communications, English, Editing Writing and Media, Journalism, Marketing and Advertising, Filmmaking.

Helpful
WFSU Public Media boasts a 75-year tradition of producing award-winning reporters and programs. Our recognitions include: Emmy's, national Edward R. Murrow awards, and a coveted Sigma Delta Chi award. Former WFSU employees can be found across the media system-from NPR to Vox, the Washington Post, Telemundo, and other public media stations across the U.S.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
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How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
WFSU requests applicants to upload the following to the online application:
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Interest.
  • Resume.
  • Links to three Work Samples.

Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .
This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, closures and holidays as needed for news coverage.
This position is being advertised as open until filled. The hiring committee will review applications as received.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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Year founded

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