Multimedia Journalist

Details:

KCTV5 has an immediate opening for an MMJ. This candidate must be able to research, shoot, write, and edit daily reports for television, digital, and social platforms. This person is also expected to pitch story ideas daily that are interesting compelling, and also consistent with the station's brand. Developing contacts and sources in the community is also a must. The ideal candidate should have at least three years experience as a MMJ for a broadcast news station, and be able to handle breaking news and live field coverage. This person must also be able to fill-in anchor on a variety of news shows. This person must have strong writing skills and be able to work well under deadline.

Closing Date:

1/7/2025

Experience:

Job Summary/Description:

KCTV5 has an immediate opening for an MMJ. This candidate must be able to research, shoot, write, and edit daily reports for television, digital, and social platforms. This person is also expected to pitch story ideas daily that are interesting compelling, and also consistent with the station's brand. Developing contacts and sources in the community is also a must. The ideal candidate should have at least three years experience as a MMJ for a broadcast news station, and be able to handle breaking news and live field coverage. This person must also be able to fill-in anchor on a variety of news shows. This person must have strong writing skills and be able to work well under deadline.

Our new MMJ will shoot, write, edit, and perform live shots for news stories, on a daily basis. The MMJ will also be responsible for posting on social media and writing the web story to accompany their on-air content. The ideal candidate will also pitch news stories daily.

Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information listed above

Qualifications/Requirements:

- 3 to 5 years as a professional MMJ 

- Ability to shoot, write, and edit packages for air 

- Fantastic newsroom citizenship 

- Ability to write web stories and post on social media

Additional Information:





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