Gray Television - Waco, TX
posted 3 months ago
KWTX, the dominant CBS station in Central Texas, is seeking an experienced Multi-Media Journalist (MMJ) to reside in Bell County and report stories in Belton, Temple, Killeen, and other communities in the southern region of our market. The successful candidate will generate their own story ideas and has a strong track record of enterprise reporting and covering live, breaking news as an MMJ. We are looking for a leader who can shoot, write, edit, and tell great stories in a news-rich area of the market. You will be equipped with all the necessary gear to work remotely and have full access to our southern-based studio and newsroom. In this role, you will be responsible for generating engaging enterprise content for both on-air and online reports. You will report live in the field and in the studio as a multi-media journalist, planning, scheduling, shooting, writing, editing, and presenting news content on-air and on digital platforms. Collaboration with the news team and news managers will be essential to determine daily themes and content. Additionally, you will create social media and website posts, record and edit segments for broadcast, and be available to work weekends and some holidays. This position requires a strong news judgment and the competence to perform the job with little supervision. You will need to present clear and concise on-air content in both scripted and non-scripted events, while also possessing planning skills that keep you always seeking the next big topic. A creative thinker with a desire to present information in new formats and with engaging visuals is essential for this role. Excellent writing, shooting, and editing skills are a must, along with the ability to transport ENG gear for on-location shoots and live shots. The ability to multitask and remain calm and decisive under pressure is crucial for success in this fast-paced environment.