Spectrum News is hiring: Multimedia Journalist - Spectrum News 1 in Chico

Join us as a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) for Spectrum News 1. This role is committed to producing original, unbiased, high‑quality local news across TV, connected television, digital platforms, and the Spectrum News mobile app.

Base Pay Range

$75,000.00/yr – $120,000.00/yr.

Job Overview

As a Multimedia Journalist, you’ll own the storytelling process—from pitching and writing to shooting, interviewing, and editing. You’ll work flexibly to meet deadlines and connect with your community by uncovering stories that matter.

What Our Multimedia Journalists Enjoy Most

• Connecting with neighbors while digging into local issues.
• Telling stories across TV, connected television, and digital platforms.
• Working with flexible deadlines and a supportive community to maintain work‑life balance.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Print or Television news reporting – 3+ years.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field, or equivalent television work experience.
• Technical Skills: Ability to shoot video, knowledge of video editing software, and effective use of social media.
• Skills: Strong on‑camera presence, excellent written and verbal communication.
• Abilities: Curiosity, urgency for compelling stories, ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Travel: Willingness to travel within the neighborhood and engage with the community.
• Schedule: Ability to work under tight deadlines, shift work, weekends, holidays, and extended hours for breaking news.
• Valid driver’s license for authorized driving in the state of residence.

Working Conditions

• Work inside a climate‑controlled environment and outdoors year‑round, possibly in extreme heat or cold.

Benefits and Career Growth

We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that supports well‑being at every life stage. Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level.

Employment Type

Full‑time.

Job Function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing.

Communities welcome disciplined storytellers with a passion for community coverage. Apply today to help us keep viewers connected in 41 states.