About This Role
Multimedia journalists develop and produce written stories and video content to promote the UTRGV brand of excellence. This role suits a journalist who can distribute content to various media, including print, broadcast, web, and social media, as well as to university stakeholders and the community.
Responsibilities
- Develop and write stories about UTRGV and the university community that help further the UTRGV brand of excellence
- Manage production of assigned stories (either solo or as part of a team), using a solid knowledge of AP Style while adhering to deadlines
- Produce text videos and video stories about UTRGV and the university community that help further the UTRGV brand of excellence
- Maintain regular contact with key sources to identify story themes and newsworthy events
- Tailor writing styles to the platform (e.g., snappy short text and headlines for social media platforms; weightier news headlines and stories for distribution to print and broadcast media; adapt headline/cutline content for university web pages and the NIC website)
- Attend training seminars or conferences annually, chosen in consultation with the director, that help expand knowledge and skill sets
- Work closely with other relevant areas in monitoring media issues (such as requests for experts, story pitches, and press conferences) and story development as they relate to the university
- Provide assistance to other departments with media support for events, to include lining up experts for media at press conferences, monitoring media attendance at such events, and providing news coverage of the event
- May shoot still photographs from time to time
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in writing, communications, or multimedia production from an accredited university
- Two years of experience in news writing and video production, using AP Style, including experience working with social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter
- Knowledge of video production and storytelling styles
- Excellent writing and storytelling skills
- Solid knowledge of AP Style
- Ability to write quickly and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of social media writing/headline styles and posting judgment
- Knowledge of still photography shooting and editing
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with team members
- Ability to successfully perform all required duties
Important Details
- Schedule: some travel and weekend work is required
- Contract: exempt position
- Start date: 06/01/2026
