Multi Media Journalist

Job Description

Multi Media Journalist - KCTV

About KCTV:

KCTV5 is the CBS affiliate serving the Kansas City metropolitan area.

Job Summary/Description:

KCTV5 has an immediate opening for a 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 and 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.

Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Research, shoot, write and edit daily reports for television, digital and social platforms.
- Ability to pitch enterprise lead story ideas
- Develop and maintain contacts and sources in the community
- Must be a visual storyteller, including creative stand-ups and live shots
- Demonstrate solid news judgment and journalistic ethics

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Ability to handle breaking news live in the field and in studio
- Excellent live reporting skills and strong on-camera presentation
- Be able to write in a clear, concise and conversational manner
- Motor Vehicle Records check are required

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, 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-r7zq29-216-73-217-1-42 in your application.