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Hearst Newspapers

Multi Media Journalist

Birmingham, AL · On-site

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 ...

Hearst

Multi Media Journalist

Birmingham, AL

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 ...

Hearst

Multi Media Journalist

Birmingham, AL

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 ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for journalist assistant in the United States is $60,979.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Journalist Assistant supports reporters and editors by conducting research, fact-checking information, transcribing interviews, and managing schedules. They may assist in writing articles, gathering sources, and preparing materials for publication. This role helps ensure the accuracy and efficiency of news production. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and an understanding of journalistic principles are essential.

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Journalist Assistants are responsible for supporting journalists by conducting research, fact-checking information, organizing interview notes, and preparing background materials. Their daily tasks may also include scheduling interviews, transcribing recordings, managing digital files, and assisting with social media updates or content uploads. They often collaborate closely with reporters, editors, and other newsroom staff to ensure timely and accurate news coverage. This hands-on experience provides valuable insight into the workflows and standards of a professional media environment.

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Multi Media Journalist

Hearst Newspapers

Birmingham, AL

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

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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