Gray Television - Panama City, FL

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Panama City, FL
101-250 employees
Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

WJHG-TV NewsChannel 7, the NBC affiliate and #1 news source for the Panama City, Florida market, along with WECP-TV, the CBS affiliate, is seeking a passionate and skilled multimedia journalist to join our award-winning news team. This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong commitment to journalistic integrity. The successful candidate will be responsible for shooting, writing, and editing daily content for newscasts, web, and social media platforms. We are looking for someone who can deliver compelling stories under tight deadlines and is comfortable with live reporting both on-air and through social media channels. As a multimedia journalist at WJHG, you will be expected to operate portable live equipment solo from the field, showcasing your technical skills and ability to adapt to various situations. You will also be tasked with generating enterprise story ideas and building local contacts to enhance our news coverage. This role requires a team player who is willing to work flexible hours and represent the station at local events, reinforcing our commitment to community engagement. The ideal candidate will possess solid writing skills and a keen understanding of how news is delivered across multiple platforms, ensuring that our content reaches and resonates with our audience effectively. At WJHG/WECP, we pride ourselves on our leadership and growth within the industry, constantly upgrading our technology and training our staff to stay ahead of the curve. Join us in beautiful Panama City Beach, where you can enjoy a laid-back lifestyle while making a significant impact in the world of news reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Shooting, writing, and editing daily content for newscasts, web, and social media
  • Strong live reporting skills for on-air and social media
  • Ability to operate portable live equipment solo from the field
  • Enterprise story ideas and build local contacts
  • Perform other duties necessary to assist the newsroom as assigned by management

Requirements

  • BA/BS degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or a related field
  • Prior professional experience reporting, producing, writing, or shooting news is preferred
  • Strong professional social media skills
  • A valid driver's license and good driving record
  • Solid technical and computer skills, and understanding of how content is turned on multiple media platforms
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