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... our journalism to life through high-quality, compelling video. This role focuses on producing ... Contribute to higher-production video, including YouTube videos, recurring series and documentary ...

... our journalism to life through high-quality, compelling video. This role focuses on producing ... Contribute to higher-production video, including YouTube videos, recurring series and documentary ...

... our journalism to life through high-quality, compelling video. This role focuses on producing ... Contribute to higher-production video, including YouTube videos, recurring series and documentary ...

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How much do documentary journalists make?

Documentary journalists typically earn between $40,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the organization they work for. Freelance documentary journalists may have variable income based on project funding and distribution deals.

What is documentary journalism?

A Documentary Journalism job involves researching, filming, and producing fact-based stories that explore real-world issues, events, or people. Journalists in this field use visual storytelling techniques to create compelling documentaries that inform and engage audiences. They often conduct interviews, gather archival footage, and travel to various locations to capture authentic perspectives. This role requires strong investigative skills, ethical reporting, and proficiency in video production and editing.

What are typical challenges faced in documentary journalism and how can they be managed?

Documentary journalists often face challenges such as gaining access to sensitive subjects, working in unpredictable environments, managing tight deadlines, and ensuring factual accuracy while telling a compelling story. Building strong relationships with sources and developing trust is critical for obtaining candid interviews and authentic footage. Flexibility and problem-solving skills help manage logistical hurdles, such as travel issues or changing story directions. Staying organized and maintaining ethical standards throughout the production process are key to overcoming these obstacles and producing impactful documentaries.

What skills and qualifications are needed for documentary journalism?

To thrive in Documentary Journalism, you need strong research, storytelling, investigative, and video production skills, typically supported by a degree in journalism, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with camera equipment, audio recording devices, video editing software (such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro), and sometimes drone operation certification are important technical assets. Excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and persistence help build trust with sources and navigate changing storylines. These skills enable the creation of compelling, accurate documentaries that resonate with audiences and adhere to ethical standards.

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Multi Media Journalist

Hearst

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago


Hearst rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 76 rated media


Job description

WVTM, the NBC affiliate in Birmingham, AL, is looking for a Multimedia Journalist who can identify important story ideas, shoot and edit video news packages and present in a compelling manor. The Multimedia Journalist is motivated, loves telling stories and is prepared to deliver them LIVE. You will report to the Assistant News Director.

Responsibilities

  • Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Coverage of breaking news, weather and sports
  • Put together high-quality packages
  • Collaborate with reporters on packages, special reports and documentaries
  • Develop sources, create story ideas, and produce content on-air, online, and all digital platforms
  • Shoot live shots and live interviews, and track news stories

Requirements

  • Professional or schooling experience in television news reporting, photography and editing
  • Creative writer and editor
  • Must deliver with authenticity to connect with viewers
  • Can provide samples of reporting and photography
  • Experience developing local contacts
  • Experience shooting and editing high-quality video
  • Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
  • Related military experience will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

  • Medical | Dental | Vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Emotional Wellness Support
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • LGBTQ+ Health Services
  • Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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