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SPECTRUM

Journalist

Kitty Hawk, NC · On-site

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Charlotte, NC · On-site

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Journalist

Lexington, KY · On-site

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SPECTRUM

Journalist

Needham Heights, MA · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform ... Working with flexible deadlines and a supportive community to maintain a work-life balance As a ...

SPECTRUM

Journalist

Albany, NY · On-site

$96K/yr

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SPECTRUM

Journalist

San Luis Obispo, CA · On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

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SPECTRUM

Journalist

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$44K - $80K/yr

Apply to be a Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News. Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News ... Working with flexible deadlines and a supportive community to maintain a work-life balance As a ...

WOWK-TV

Multimedia Journalist

Du Bois, PA

We care about our community, and we want someone who understands that local journalism has the power to inform, impact, and inspire! In this position, you'll cultivate sources, gather interviews and ...

Tribune Media

Multimedia Journalist

Du Bois, PA

We care about our community, and we want someone who understands that local journalism has the power to inform, impact, and inspire! In this position, you'll cultivate sources, gather interviews and ...

Advance Local Media

Multimedia Journalist

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Strengthening and empowering all of the communities we serve. Advance Media New York (Syracuse.com | The Post-Standard) is looking for a well-rounded and motivated multimedia journalist with a ...

Da Francesco's

Multimedia Journalist

Syracuse, NY

$55K - $65K/yr

Strengthening and empowering all of the communities we serve. Advance Media New York (Syracuse.com | The Post-Standard) is looking for a well-rounded and motivated multimedia journalist with a ...

WOWK-TV

Multi-Media Journalist

Grand Rapids, MI

Join the legacy NBC affiliate as a Multi-Media Journalist putting together impactful content for the West Michigan community. This role brings together all of your journalistic storytelling skills in ...

gannett

Video Journalist

Milwaukee, WI

Build strong relationships with editors, reporters, and the community, contributing to coverage plans and newsroom collaborations. What you'll bring * Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications ...

WOWK-TV

Senior Multi-Media Journalist

Youngstown, OH

This journalist will also help guide, mentor, and elevate a growing team of earlycareer MMJs. If ... Build and maintain strong community contacts, consistently breaking stories and advancing coverage

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To thrive as a Community Journalist, you need strong writing, reporting, and research skills, often supported by a degree in journalism or communications. Familiarity with digital publishing platforms, multimedia tools, and content management systems is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, curiosity, and cultural sensitivity help build trust and uncover meaningful local stories. These abilities are crucial for accurately representing communities, engaging audiences, and producing impactful journalism.

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Community Journalists often spend significant time networking with local residents, business owners, and community leaders to develop trusted sources for information and stories. They attend public meetings, community events, and engage with people both in person and through digital platforms. Building these relationships requires consistency, transparency, and active listening, which helps journalists gain insight into local issues and earn the trust necessary for accurate, impactful reporting. Over time, these connections allow Community Journalists to uncover unique stories and represent diverse perspectives within the community.

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Community journalists are reporters who focus on covering local news, events, and issues that directly affect a specific community or neighborhood. They often work for local newspapers, radio stations, or online news outlets, providing information that larger media organizations may overlook. Community journalists play a vital role in keeping residents informed, highlighting local stories, and fostering civic engagement. Their work helps ensure that the voices and concerns of the community are represented in the media.

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Employer & IndustryLocal media outlets, community organizationsLocal newspapers, TV stations, online news platforms
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for their community-focused reporting rolesCommonly compared with community journalists for local news coverage

Both Community Journalists and Local Reporters play vital roles in local media, focusing on community-specific news. While their credentials and work environments overlap significantly, community journalists often emphasize community engagement and grassroots reporting, whereas local reporters may focus more on breaking news and traditional reporting for media outlets. Understanding these differences helps clarify their unique contributions to local journalism.

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SPECTRUM

Kitty Hawk, NC • On-site

Full-time

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8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 584 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 76 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Are you a storyteller at heart? Do you want to shine a light on the issues that matter? Apply to be a Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News.

Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased, and high-quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities.

Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We’re committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news—no matter how, when, and where they want it. Check out all the ways we share news on the Spectrum News Mobile App.


BE PART OF THE CONNECTION

In your role as a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ), you’ll get to the heart of every story by talking to members of your community. Our MMJs are enterprising storytellers who uncover perspectives that might otherwise go unreported. From pitching to writing, shooting, interviewing, and editing, you’ll take ownership of each step of the storytelling process and hone a wide range of skills. You’ll also be part of a collaborative team that creates compelling, timely, and accurate coverage to connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms.

WHAT OUR MULTIMEDIA JOURNALISTS ENJOY MOST

  • Connecting with your neighbors as you dig into the issues that matter to your local community
  • Telling stories across platforms including TV, connected television, and digital
  • Working with flexible deadlines and a supportive community to maintain a work-life balance

As a part of Spectrum News, you’re creative, highly technical, and ready to bring your community’s stories to life in our newsroom. You value accuracy and want to leverage your curiosity and storytelling abilities to share inspiring news across multiple platforms. Each day is fast paced in a constantly evolving work environment with new stories to tell and perspectives to uncover. If you’re a nimble, passionate team player, you’ll find a home on our team.


WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWS

Required Qualifications

  • Experience: Television news reporting - 3+ years
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field; or comparable television work experience
  • Technical Skills: Ability to shoot videos, understanding of video editing software, and utilize social media effectively
  • Skills: Ability to communicate effectively on camera and through writing and verbal expression
  • Abilities: An innate curiosity and a sense of urgency when it comes to creating compelling stories, lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds
  • Travel Ability: Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
  • Schedule: Ability to work under time pressure deadlines and willing and able to work different shifts or longer shifts due to "breaking news" and severe weather emergencies, ability work weekends and holidays
  • Valid driver's license for authorized driving in the state of residence

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in a 24-hour news channel

Working Conditions

  • Work inside in a climate-controlled environment and outside throughout the year and may be subjected to various weather conditions that could include extreme heat or cold conditions

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Spectrum is America's fastest-growing TV, internet and voice provider. Our organization is one filled with a diverse group of hardworking people. They're committed to helping us grow, and we're committed to growing with them because making sure everyone reaches their full potential is a key part of our mission.

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