National Multimedia Journalist

The National Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) is a digital-first storyteller responsible for producing high-impact weather and news content across social, digital, and network platforms.   The MMJ operates as a fully independent content producer — responsible for pitching, shooting, writing, editing, and delivering content with speed and accuracy, often without additional field or production support. Success in this role depends on the ability to prioritize visual storytelling in the field, capture compelling video under pressure, and quickly turn that content into digital-first stories.   Approximately 80% of the role is focused on digital production from a home base, with 20% dedicated to field deployment during severe weather and major weather-related events.   This position is remote but must be based in the Northeast Corridor. Candidates must reside, or be willing to relocate, to Washington D.C., Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, or Massachusetts and have reasonable access to a major commercial airport. Field assignments are high-intensity and may involve multiple consecutive days in the field, long hours (often 12–16+ hour days), and rapidly changing conditions during active weather or disaster coverage. The frequency and duration of these deployments are driven by weather patterns and can vary throughout the year. Deployments are often determined quickly, may require short-notice travel, and require immediate availability.   This position plays a critical role in AccuWeather’s strategy to lead coverage during high-impact weather and consistently produce engaging digital content year-round.     KEY RESPONSIBILITIES   Produce digital-first video content designed for social and mobile platforms, prioritizing strong hooks, clear storytelling, and high engagement   Pitch and develop original story ideas aligned with daily digital priorities and content categories   Shoot, write, and edit video independently using Adobe Premiere, delivering both short-form and long-form content   Operate as a solo field reporter during severe weather and breaking news events, capturing b-roll, conducting interviews, and delivering live or recorded reports   Be available for rapid deployment during severe weather events and breaking news coverage, often with little advance notice, and deliver content under tight timelines in dynamic field conditions and work extended hours in the field   Prioritize capturing compelling, real-time visuals in the field, including storm footage, damage, and human impact   Turn quick-hit digital videos under tight deadlines, as well as fully produced packages (60–120 seconds)   Conduct on-the-ground interviews and produce character-driven storytelling from impacted communities   Adapt content for multiple platforms, including vertical, square, and horizontal formats   Collaborate with producers, editors, and the digital team to refine content for performance and accuracy   Contribute to daily digital workflows, including pitch deadlines, script approvals, and delivery timelines   Maintain strong editorial judgment and uphold AccuWeather standards for accuracy and clarity   Perform other duties as assigned     QUALIFICATIONS   Required   BA or BS from accredited university in journalism, communications and/or meteorology preferred   3–5+ years of experience as a multimedia journalist, video producer, or digital content creator Portfolio demonstrating digital-first video work, including on-camera reporting samples, self-shot and self-edited content, storytelling, and field coverage. Candidates should clearly indicate which samples were shot, edited, and reported by them Comfortable appearing on camera and delivering live or recorded reports from the field Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere (non-negotiable)   Demonstrated ability to shoot and edit video independently in the field   Experience producing content specifically for digital and social platforms   Strong understanding of visual storytelling and how to capture compelling video in real-time situations Ability to work independently under pressure and meet fast turnaround deadlines   Willingness to travel frequently (up to 50%) and deploy quickly to breaking weather events   Valid driver’s license   Preferred   Experience covering severe weather or breaking news   Familiarity with meteorology or strong interest in weather storytelling   Experience with live reporting and live streaming tools   FAA Part 107 drone certification (or willingness to obtain)     Skills & Competencies   Digital-first storytelling mindset (understands how to “win the first 3 seconds”)   Strong editorial judgment and ability to identify high-impact stories quickly   Ability to balance speed with accuracy   Ability to identify and capture the most compelling visual moment in fast-moving situations   Self-sufficient and solutions-oriented in the field    Clear, conversational writing style optimized for mobile viewing   Comfortable working in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments   About AccuWeather   AccuWeather, recognized and documented as the most accurate and most used source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, has saved over 12,000 lives, prevented injury to over 100,000 people, and saved companies tens of billions of dollars through better planning and decision-making.   Billions of people around the world rely on AccuWeather’s proven Superior Accuracy™ across our consumer digital platforms. AccuWeather.com is the #1 weather destination and one of the top 100 most-visited websites in the world, and our award-winning AccuWeather app delivers detailed real-time forecasts to millions of smartphones.   AccuWeather forecasts also appear on digital signage, in 700 newspapers, are heard on over 400 radio stations, and viewed on 100 television stations. 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