Multimedia Reporter II

Job Overview

The Multimedia Reporter II plays a key role in advancing the organization’s editorial objectives by delivering in-depth, timely, accurate, investigative and engaging news content for the integrated newsroom while adhering to ethical standards of journalism. This role is designed to strengthen beat coverage, contribute to digital and print storytelling by covering general news and assigned areas of beat, and uphold journalistic standards.

Key Responsibilities

• News Gathering and Writing:
• Gathers, investigates, and writes accurate and compelling news reports, including breaking news, features, enterprise stories, and special reports.
• Plans and schedules interviews that will enhance the quality of the story.
• Ensures all content is well-researched, fact-checked, and in alignment with established organization’s editorial standards and ethical guidelines.
• Provides timely updates and developments from assigned beats and contributes exclusive stories that support the publication’s competitive advantage.
• Pitches, develops and executes enterprise and investigative stories.
• Digital and Multimedia Journalism
• Produces content in various formats (text, photo or video) for the organization’s digital platforms, including social media.
• Coordinates with editors, graphic designers, and video producers to develop visually engaging digital stories.
• Participates in the production of standalone digital pieces such as short social media reports, infographics, and live coverage segments.
• Print Media Contribution
• Adapts and prepares content for publication in print, ensuring editorial consistency and adherence to the style and tone of the publication.
• Supports special print projects and editorial supplements as needed.
• Source Development & Beat Coverage
• Builds and maintains a network of credible and reliable sources within assigned areas of beats.
• Monitors emerging issues, public developments, and trends relevant to audience interests.
• Provide exclusive reports and insights that contribute to the newsroom’s competitive edge.
• Additional Tasks
• Participates in editorial planning meetings and contributes ideas for innovative coverage and multimedia storytelling.
• Collaborates with teams across editorial, design, and video units to ensure integrated content delivery.
• Performs additional editorial responsibilities as may be assigned.
• Supports initiatives for internal training, special coverage, or newsroom workflow enhancements.
  

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Journalism, Communication Arts, Mass Communication, or any related field.
• Work Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in journalism or related field.
• Competencies and Skills:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Filipino.
• Advanced skills in information gathering, fact checking, and investigative reporting.
• Proficiency in multimedia storytelling, including basic knowledge in photography and videography.
• Strong news judgement and familiarity with evolving media trends and audience behavior.
• Experience in covering major beats and handling exclusive or in-depth reports.
• Proficiency with digital content management systems and SEO principles.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal skills for conducting interviews and developing sources.
• Familiarity with newsroom workflows and social media best practices.