Multiplatform Content Creator / Multimedia Journalist – CT Live, NBC Connecticut
On-siteHartford, Connecticut, United States
Hartford, Connecticut, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeMid LevelEntertainmentEnterprise
Full TimeMid LevelEnterpriseEntertainment
Job Summary
Pitch original story ideas, shoot, write, edit, and produce premium multiplatform lifestyle content covering Connecticut's people, businesses, food, and community events. Develop original digital-exclusive series and sponsored campaigns optimized for broadcast, streaming, YouTube, social media, and NBCConnecticut.com. Collaborate with the Executive Producer, Sales, and Marketing teams to create platform-specific stories that inform, entertain, and inspire audiences while strengthening the CT Live brand. Represent the station at community activations and events, delivering live and recorded content that expands reach across emerging digital platforms.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Broadcast Journalism, Media Production, Digital Media, or equivalent professional experience
- Minimum of one experience as a Multimedia Journalist, Content Creator, Digital Producer, Lifestyle Producer, or similar role
- Demonstrated experience writing, shooting, editing, and producing professional-quality video content
- Experience creating content across multiple platforms, including broadcast television, streaming, websites, digital publishing, and social media
- Strong proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Creative Cloud, or comparable non-linear editing software
- Experience using mobile production tools and digital publishing platforms
- Valid driver's license with the ability to travel throughout Connecticut
- Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must be covered by Solutions, NBCUniversal's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
- Must become a member of SAG-AFTRA
- Must be flexible to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and community events as business needs require
- This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite
- Must attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision
Desired Qualifications
- Experience creating digital-first, social-first, or multiplatform lifestyle content that extends beyond traditional television
- Strong understanding of audience behavior across broadcast, streaming, digital, social media, and emerging platforms
- Experience developing branded content, sponsored storytelling, or advertiser-supported campaigns while maintaining editorial integrity
- Demonstrated ability to create engaging content optimized for Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, OTT, and other digital platforms
- Strong storytelling skills with an eye for compelling visuals and platform-specific content
- Comfortable appearing on camera as a host when appropriate
- Experience using audience analytics, engagement metrics, and digital insights to inform content decisions
- Ability to identify emerging trends and quickly transform them into engaging, shareable content
- Experience collaborating with Sales, Marketing, Creative Services, Digital, and editorial teams on integrated multiplatform campaigns
- Knowledge of SEO, social media best practices, and digital content optimization
- Familiarity with AI-powered creative tools, mobile journalism techniques, and emerging content technologies
- Passion for creating innovative content that informs, entertains, and connects audiences while strengthening relationships with Connecticut's communities
- Knowledge of Connecticut communities, culture, businesses, and events
- Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
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