MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WPTA

Gray Television - Fort Wayne, IN

Full-time - Entry Level

Fort Wayne, IN

101-250 employees

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

WPTA, part of Gray Media, is seeking a passionate multimedia journalist to join their team in Fort Wayne, IN. The role involves covering breaking news and in-depth stories, contributing to both traditional broadcasts and the digital platform 21Alive+. The position emphasizes mentorship and professional growth, aiming to produce high-quality journalism that impacts the local community.

Responsibilities

• Cover live breaking news events
• Develop contacts to break important stories
• Utilize journalistic skills to investigate major issues
• Collaborate with mentors for professional growth
• Contribute content to the digital platform 21Alive+

Requirements

• Comfortable delivery and ability to connect with the audience
• Strong social media presence
• Ability to work collaboratively with a dedicated team
• Four-year college degree