KITV, Inc., the ABC affiliate in Honolulu, HI is looking for a dynamic and innovative multi-skilled journalist who wants to do it all – produce a newscast, edit video, and be a reporter who can write, shoot and edit in the field. Perfect position for the journalist who thrives on deadlines and breaking news and enjoys being in control. The ideal candidate must have great leadership skills and confidence. As a producer and reporter, you focus on producing newscasts and stories that are compelling, factually correct, creative, and written in a clear, conversational manner.
The candidate must cultivate sources and contacts to produce compelling newscasts and produce enterprise stories as well as produce stories assigned by the station. They must also be able to build compelling newscasts that engage and inform our viewers.
- Gather and verify factual information to develop news stories
- Produce daily VO, VOSOT, and packages.
- Shooting video and still photos as needed to illustrate stories
- Editing, or assisting in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms
- Innovative approach to maximizing existing tools and resources to enhance presentation.
- Live reporting/Breaking News
- Line produce and booth newscasts
Experience:
- 1-3 years of experience working as a journalist inside a television newsroom.
- Experience producing newscast, in-booth handling live broadcasts and breaking news.
- Previous experience as a field journalist – shooting, writing, editing and on camera reporting a plus.
Requirements:
- Passion for producing compelling newscasts and engaging stories.
- Excellent and quick writer who adheres to AP writing style.
- Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems (ENPS, BitCentral, etc.)
- Knowledge of broadcast quality equipment including hand held cameras and non-linear editing equipment and programs (i.e. Edius, Premiere, etc.).
- Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
- Must exercise sound editorial judgement with the high journalistic ethics and libel laws.
- Must have valid Driver’s License, good driving record and provide proof of insurability.
Education:
- Four-year college Bachelor’s degree (journalism preferred)
Contact:
KITV
801 S. King Street
Honolulu, HI 96813
jobs@kitv.com