Multimedia Journalist

Job Description

Multimedia Journalist - KALB

About KALB:

KALB-TV is the No. 1 television station in the region of Central Louisiana. Our market comprises four primary parishes (counties), including Rapides, Avoyelles, Vernon, and Grant. We are located in Alexandria, Louisiana, a community of nearly 50,000 people right in the heart of the state. Across the Red River is the community of Pineville, which boasts an additional 15,000. Alexandria may be market 179, but there is nothing small about our approach to news. KALB-TV includes the traditional NBC (News Channel 5) that has dominated the market for nearly 60 years, CBS-2, and the CW Cenla - Cenla, by the way, is short for Central Louisiana. Each weekday, KALB produces 6 ½ hours of news, and each newscast is the dominant No. 1 in its time slot. Our team is comprised of several veterans who have worked in this market for many years as well as those first entering the business. We are proud of our track record of talent that has gone on to larger markets, especially those who have stayed in Gray Television.

If you would like to see more about KALB and the Alexandria market, we have produced this video for you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vsbHMW4fKc

Job Summary/Description:

KALB-TV is looking for a talented, and hard-working person to fill a full-time position as Multimedia Journalist. This is a great opportunity for someone to break into the news business in a role that will both challenge you and give some great first-market experience. The right candidate will be a true hybrid of talents, including the ability to write, edit, post to our website and social media, and to shoot and report in the field. This is an entry-level position, though all candidates with experience will be welcomed to apply, too. This will be a fluid position that will include a variety of tasks and assignments based on weekly needs, changing seasons, and daily news assignments.

The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
- In this position, you will be assigned and develop daily news stories, possibly from a given beat or general assignments, that will be completed in a quality and professional manor.
- This work will include the producing of news packages, VOs, VOSOTs, and corresponding content for social media and our website.
- It will involve the development of live on-air skills, including live reports and possible time as a fill-in anchor.
- You will work with senior newsroom employees to learn about the Alexandria market, as well as news issues within the state of Louisiana.
- You will work with assigned video, audio, and cell phone equipment, for which you will be responsible to maintain and take care of. This will include regular inspections.
- You will maintain an assigned news vehicle and be responsible for oil changes and to report mechanical or maintenance issues.
- You will demonstrate the ability to report to work on time and maintain proper communication through texts, emails, and our station's Microsoft Teams channels.
- You will educate yourself on issues of the community and state and demonstrate interest and concern for the greater Central Louisiana community.
- You will look to grow as a news writer, videographer, and on-air talent by working with the news director, anchors, or reporters on areas in which to improve.
- You will demonstrate the ability to be a team player, receive correction and instruction, and have a desire to grow and develop as a broadcast journalist.
- You will understand that you must represent KALB-TV positively in the community in a courteous and professional manner. This includes maintaining proper social media posts.
- Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
- Respond to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required.
- Be available to work a flexible shift that may include nights, weekends, or holidays.

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or communications preferred, although similar degrees will be considered.
- At the least, college or intern experience as anchor and/or MMJ.
- Ability to edit on non-linear systems such as Edius.
- Effective on-air performance and strong news judgment.
- Knowledge of local, state, and national current events, newsmakers, and issues.
- Ability to conduct in-depth research and pursue investigative stories effectively.
- Good news writing and copy editing ability for all platforms including social media – the ability to post to www.kalb.com and KALB's Twitter and Facebook accounts is required.
- Knowledge of libel laws and ethical foundations of journalism.
- Maintain professional personal appearance as defined by KALB-TV management.
- Ability to conduct in-depth and engaging interviews.
- Ability to think quickly and respond appropriately in high pressure situations.
- Valid driver's license with good driving record.
- Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions.
- Flexibility to work any assigned shift.

Are you energetic, positive and goal-oriented? Please join our team, send your cover letter and resume, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gx6znq-13-59-36-203-42 in your application.