Multimedia Journalist

Job Description

About Gray Media:

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About KOLD:

13 News is a Gray Media station and the CBS affiliate in Tucson, Arizona. We are the best local television station in Southern Arizona and the #1 digital platform. We are committed to the highest standards of excellence in our local news, entertainment, information, and public service programming. We produce 62 hours of live, televised newscasts per week between KOLD and our shared services partner, KMSB Fox 11. If you've never been to Tucson, let us tell you all the things you'll love: Plentiful sunshine, natural beauty, diverse culture, active lifestyles, great food, hundreds of miles of hiking trails, breathtaking views, unforgettable sunsets, challenging biking trails, community events, accessible natural locations for all ages… it would have been quicker for us to just say you'll love it all.

Job Summary/Description:

Southern Arizona's news leader is seeking our next-born storyteller. We're looking for someone who lives for current events – who has excellent news judgment, superb writing skills, and a knack for uncovering stories, not just covering them.

Duties/Responsibilities include, (but are not limited to):
• Develop and pitch unique, enterprise stories daily
• Shoot, write, edit, and present compelling stories, either solo or with a photographer
• Optimize story presentation for each KOLD news platform
• Participate in daily editorial decisions

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or a related field
• Self-starter skills
• Strong writing skills and editorial judgment
• Ability to shoot and edit on deadline
• Strong understanding of digital and social platforms
• Clean driving record
• Strong on-camera presence

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people 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.

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)

KOLD-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r16bky-3-139-233-49-42 in your application.