MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - KYTV/KSPR

Gray Local Media, Inc
Springfield, MO
Category Communications
Job Description
KY3 and KSPR, the award-winning NBC and ABC affiliates in Springfield, MO, are looking for an aggressive multi-media journalist who is passionate about covering local news and weather. We value creativity, hard work, and enterprise hard news story ideas centered on safety/security stories.

Requirements

  • Research, gather, shoot, write, edit and report news stories for on-air and online in the most accurate, appealing, timely and creative way using all sources
  • Report “live” on the scene, especially during breaking news
  • Aggressively research stories and conduct interviews in the field
  • Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments
  • Demonstrate sound news judgment, collaborate with others to present the story in the best way
  • Must be able to utilize non-linear editing equipment on a daily basis
  • Enterprise hard-news, research-driven packages under tight deadlines
  • Participate in story selection process through meetings, daily contribution of lead story ideas centering on safety and security is required
  • Attend/host/speak at community service, schools, and community events; meet and greet viewers
  • Post and regularly update stories and other material on the web and social media, usually remotely
  • Communicate with the web staff and other appropriate staff members during breaking news
  • Follow clothing and appearance guidelines
  • Must be a visual storyteller; perform creative stand-ups and explanatory, moving live shots
  • Evenings, weekends, mornings and holidays will be required
  • Make regular beat checks
  • Be willing to learn or possess a broad and working knowledge of the viewing area, including people, places, things, and history
  • Use knowledge of appropriate lighting to enhance overall news presentation
  • Critique, feedback, and training are part of the job
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Benefits package
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Professional development
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