MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (Bluefield) - WVVA

Gray Media • Bluefield, WV

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Bring your storytelling A-game to WVVA (a Gray Local Media station) in Bluefield, WV, as a Multimedia Journalist! We’re looking for an ambitious, resourceful journalist who’s hungry to chase original, hard-news stories viewers won’t see anywhere else. If you’re a high-energy storyteller who loves creating content for TV, web, and social media, you’ll fit right in. You’ll get hands-on training in every part of TV news production, along with opportunities to anchor and work with modern, industry-leading equipment. We invest in training and technology so our journalists can grow, and our newsroom can keep leading the market. If you’re driven, curious, and ready to learn with a talented team, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or related field preferred.
• Prior experience as a multimedia journalist and on-air anchor preferred.
• Excellent news judgment and the ability to tell compelling stories across platforms.
• Familiarity with broadcast newsroom workflows; experience with ENPS and Edius a plus.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and ability to pass a driver's record check.

Responsibilities

• Pitch and produce original, leadable stories daily for on-air broadcasts and digital platforms.
• Investigate tips and information using strong research and critical thinking to uncover the deeper story.
• Shoot, write, edit, and upload video, photos, and stories optimized for TV, web, and social media.
• Cultivate local sources and develop relationships that provide timely, community-focused reporting.
• Report on air, coordinate live shots, and occasionally anchor as needed.
• Perform reliably under deadline pressure while exercising sound news judgment and ethical standards.
• Collaborate respectfully with newsroom teammates and contribute to a fast-paced, audience-first environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level