Multimedia Journalist - Storyteller
About The Position
Here is your chance to join KQ2! We have been the most watched television station in St. Joseph, MO for over 72 years because of our culture and the pride we feel in each other, and this is your chance to help continue that tradition. KQ2, in a strategic partnership with the News-Press & Gazette Company, broadcasts across all four major networks (ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC). We are looking for a motivated Multimedia Journalist who is enthusiastic about shooting, writing, and editing compelling content for multiple platforms. Come be a part of our dynamic newsroom team of journalists who excel at storytelling. This reporter must have the desire to cover breaking news, should be a self-starter, and be able to work under pressure while meeting newsroom deadlines. This is a great opportunity in the television industry and an excellent position to learn and improve your producing, reporting, writing, and storytelling skills.
Requirements
- Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
- Proficient knowledge of TV broadcast equipment
- BS degree in journalism or mass communications is preferred
- Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background screening
- Must live within the St. Joseph area highly preferred: a desire to establish roots in the Midwest.
Responsibilities
- Attend daily pitch meetings with three original story ideas each workday from in-depth investigations to current event in our viewing area
- Pursue news stories in the field with station issued gear: Camera, lights, tripod, and microphone
- Conduct interviews with news subjects
- Write cohesive, objective, and non-biased stories
- “Voice” scripts and edit assigned stories for broadcast
- Provide webs stories for station’s website and include complimentary images
- “Front” or present your story during a live broadcast either in studio or in the field
- Be available for fill in anchor opportunities
- Produce digital content that will accompany your day-to-day stories
- Perform other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
