Bureau Multimedia Journalist -/Kspr

Gray Television - Springfield, MO

Full-time - Entry Level

Springfield, MO

101-250 employees

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

The Bureau Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) at KYTV/KSPR is responsible for reporting news stories from the Lake of the Ozarks area in central Missouri. This role requires a proactive journalist who can independently gather, shoot, write, edit, and report news in a creative and timely manner. The MMJ will engage with the community, conduct interviews, and provide live coverage, focusing on safety and security stories that matter to the local audience.

Responsibilities

• Research, gather, shoot, write, edit and report news stories for on-air and online in an accurate and creative way.
• Make political contacts and develop short and long-term stories on relevant subjects.
• Report live on the scene, especially during breaking news events.
• Aggressively research stories and conduct interviews in the field.
• Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments.
• Demonstrate sound news judgment and collaborate with others to present stories effectively.
• Utilize non-linear editing equipment on a daily basis.
• Produce enterprise hard-news, research-driven packages under tight deadlines.
• Participate in story selection meetings and contribute lead story ideas.
• Attend and engage in community service events, schools, and community gatherings.
• Post and update stories on the web and social media, interacting with viewers.
• Communicate with web staff during breaking news events.
• Follow clothing and appearance guidelines for on-air presentation.
• Perform creative stand-ups and explanatory live shots.
• Make regular beat checks and maintain contact with sources.
• Learn about the viewing area, including its history and key figures.
• Use appropriate lighting to enhance news presentation.
• Participate in critique, feedback, and training processes.
• Be on-call as needed for news coverage.

Requirements

• Ability to write in a clear, concise, conversational manner.
• Excellent interview and conversational writing skills.
• Strong live reporting skills and on-camera presentation abilities.
• Basic computer knowledge, including newsroom software and Microsoft applications.
• Ability to carry, shoot, and edit video with digital cameras.
• Experience producing and posting content to websites.
• Intermediate knowledge of social media platforms.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure.
• Strong initiative and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate solid news judgment and journalistic ethics.
• Maintain professional conduct in the station and community.
• Ability to foster a positive work atmosphere with co-workers and viewers.
• Strong research skills, including navigating online search engines.
• Stay current with national and local news and weather.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative environment.
• Engagement with the local community through various events and reporting.
• Training and development opportunities within the company.