Journalist jobs in Colorado

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Job Description We are looking for a News Director / Multimedia Journalist to join our team in beautiful Montana. This will require relocation to Havre MT. • This is a career opportunity for the right person and offers health insurance, a 401K plan with employer match, paid vacation after the first year, limited moving expense, gas allowance and smartphone., • Identify relevant news of local importance., • Develop news stories and public affairs programs that address local issues., • Demonstrate excellent writing and production skills, • Establish a good working relationship with local authorities and community leaders., • Exemplify good interpersonal and communication skills to foster a harmonious working relationship with members of the New, • Media Broadcasters team., • Utilize enhanced computer skills and knowledge of digital editing tools to produce and update information for on-air, online, mobile and voice applications., • Coordinate efforts to assure the news department has a strong presence in the community., • Ability to demonstrate quality News reporting and on On-Air delivery, digital and multimedia skills, and, most importantly show an active interest in the local community., • Aspiring Multimedia Journalists are encouraged to apply., • ·Health Insurance: 75% of your Health Insurance (currently Blue Cross/Shield Bronze Plan)., • ·Dental insurance: New Media Broadcasters self-insured company plan has NO premium charge for the employee at this time (reserve pool is currently large enough for us to waive premium payments)., • ·401(k) Plan: 3% initial NMB match and 1⁄2% NMB match for each additional 1% individual contribution up to 5% total. Fully funded, government preferred, Safe Harbor Plan. Eligibility after first year of employment., • ·Paid Leave: Two (2) weeks paid Vacation after first year of employment and Six (6) personal/sick days per year (personal days are not to cause an undue burden on the rest of the staff by your absence)., • Relocation: Assistance up to $1,000. Must present receipts and all money repaid if you leave employment before the end of your first year., • Gas allowance: Company credit card (gas allowance evaluated periodically) We are located approximately two miles north of the city and weather conditions demand a four wheel, all wheel or front wheel drive vehicle with good ground clearance. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Company DescriptionThis is a career opportunity for the right person. Our Radio stations broadcast HD and either simulcast or multicast separate programming on each channel. Our digital initiatives include web sites, mobile apps, streaming players, Amazon smart speaker skills, and voice for podcast and On-Air audio opportunities, along with DTS connected car and social networking sites for each of our main broadcast channels.This is a career opportunity for the right person. Our Radio stations broadcast HD and either simulcast or multicast separate programming on each channel. Our digital initiatives include web sites, mobile apps, streaming players, Amazon smart speaker skills, and voice for podcast and On-Air audio opportunities, along with DTS connected car and social networking sites for each of our main broadcast channels.

Job Description Multimedia Journalist II Denver, CO Rocky Mountain Public Media, Inc. (RMPM) is the parent company of Rocky Mountain PBS, KUVO Jazz, and The Drop. Over a million Coloradans turn to Rocky Mountain PBS, KUVO Jazz, and The Drop to discover provocative and inspiring local, national, and international programming; find diverse viewpoints; score front row center seats to world-class performances; and experience lifelong learning opportunities every month. You cover the Denver-Metro Area and developing news stories with impact across the state. As a reporter, you understand the ways Denver is changing into a regional powerhouse and the tension between growth and longstanding communities and institutions. As a storyteller, you understand the stories that matter to your neighbors and the communities Rocky Mountain Public Media serves. The way you tell stories, whether as articles, videos or photo essays, centers people and their experiences above all. You enjoy collaborating on documentaries, series and news stories with colleagues around Colorado and thrive in environments under deadline as a beat reporter. Most importantly, you're self-directed, creative and curious about how Coloradans live, work and play in one of the most dynamic regions in the country. This full-time, Denver-based role requires: Researching Denver and its surrounding communities as a beat and developing original story ideas arising from on-the-ground reporting; Shooting and editing video for digital and broadcast audiences; Taking high-quality photographs for every story; Producing social reels, storybooks and posts related to your stories; Developing sources, gathering information through investigations and thorough research; Pitching and reporting two original journalism pieces per week; Participating in regular editorial meetings, training sessions and collaborations; Contributing to multi-platform publication of stories Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Responsible for daily production of responsive reporting covering the communities in the Denver-Metro area as well as special projects around Colorado when required, • Writes stories, shoots and edits video packages, and takes photographs for multiple platforms at Rocky Mountain Public Media in line with our mission of a Colorado where everyone feels seen and heard, • Develops beat coverage in Denver and beyond by engaging with communities and maintaining relationships with sources, • Uses solid news judgment when recognizing relevant and engaging stories that serve our audience, • Actively participates in RMPM's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training program and maintains high standards of ethical behavior when reporting from the field and representing RMPBS to the public., • Shoots and edits video assets, including, as needed, full-feature documentaries, social media dispatches, interviews, and others while following PBS, NPR, and FCC technical standards, • Collaborates with outside media partners and RMPM departments on projects and initiatives, • Attends weekly editorial pitch meetings to stay up-to-date on overall newsroom coverage, receive deadline assignments from editors, and identify potential collaborations with colleagues, • Keeps track of miles traveled, meals, and hotel accommodations for budget and expense reporting as well as monitors hours for work completed as part of grants, • Maintains a spirit of curiosity, experimentation and creativity in trying out new formats and projects, • Bachelor's degree in journalism or relevant field, • 3-5 years of experience in journalism and deadline environments, • Excellent skills in news writing and editing for publication, • Experienced and adept in video production and video editing, • Must have demonstrated expertise in using Adobe Creative Cloud software, • Familiar and comfortable creating content for social media, • Preferred Spanish-language proficiency, • Must be able to work both independently and as a collaborative and productive team member with strong interpersonal skills, • Must thrive in a deadline environment and possess exceptional time management, decision-making and organizational skills, • Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable for driving station vehicles, • A drone license or drone-flying experience is preferred Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and/or people of color are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every qualification. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce. If you're excited about this role, feel a passion for our mission, this feels like it could be your dream job, but your previous experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply! PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION: Persons interested in this position must apply at . Please submit the following items: • A cover letter detailing how the applicant's qualifications fit the needs of RMPM and information on how the applicant found out about the job opening. Work Environment The Denver-Metro Area MMJII will primarily work out of the Buell Public Media Center in the Ballpark neighborhood of Denver. The MMJ II will also work in studio, editing, and field environments. This position must be able to work a flexible schedule with occasionally long hours, including some evenings and weekends. Must be able to travel throughout the state and beyond, on occasion. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands The position requires the ability to lift and carry production equipment up to 50 lbs. The physical demands described here of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EEO Statement Rocky Mountain Public Media embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. As such, Rocky Mountain Public Media does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.