Multimedia Journalist - Gulf Coast Media

Gulf Coast Media - Foley, AL

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Foley, AL

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

Gulf Coast Media is seeking an energetic Multimedia Journalist to join their team in Foley, Alabama. This full-time position involves reinventing local media by producing engaging written and multimedia content that covers local government, food and culture, education, and economic growth. The ideal candidate will be proficient in writing and have a strong understanding of digital platforms to build audience engagement. The role offers opportunities for collaboration and creativity in storytelling through various media formats.

Responsibilities

• Produce engaging written and multimedia content for local stories.
• Collaborate with staff to pitch and develop story ideas.
• Experiment with new storytelling methods including newsletters, video, social media, podcasts, and digital media.
• Cover local government, food and culture, education, and economic growth topics.
• Work in a high-pressure, professional environment while maintaining a positive attitude.

Requirements

• College degree required, preferably in Journalism.
• At least 1 year of experience covering local and regional stories.
• Strong news judgment for a local audience.
• Ability to work well with others in a high-pressure environment.
• Willingness to take risks and adapt to new challenges.
• Experience with graphic design and Adobe InDesign or video editing is a plus.
• Interest in innovative forms of multimedia storytelling.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with graphic design and Adobe Production Suite.
• Familiarity with innovative multimedia storytelling techniques.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance