MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - KXII (Main Station)

Gray Media•Sherman, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

KXII 12 News is seeking a multimedia journalist to help bring the stories that matter to Texomans into their homes and onto our digital platforms from our main Sherman, TX newsroom. This is a full-time, on-air news reporting position working directly under the news director and anchors with producers. You'll learn the ropes from an experienced, award-winning news team, and tell stories that air in the market’s top-rated newscasts, as well as contribute your material to our digital platforms.

Requirements

Ability to shoot and edit video, write scripts, and effectively communicate live on-air.
Flexibility in scheduling to respond to the changing news landscape
A degree in journalism or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Familiarity with non-linear editing, TVU, JVC ENG, and Social Media.
Valid Driver’s License with good driving record.
Employment is contingent on a pre-employment motor vehicle background check.

Nice To Haves

PLEASE INCLUDE LINK TO DEMO REEL

Responsibilities

Write, shoot, and edit stories on your own for daily newscasts, website, and social platforms
Post and regularly update stories and other material on our digital properties
Use social media sites, including Facebook, to report stories and interact with viewers
Research, gather, & provide information in the most accurate, appealing, timely, & creative way using all resources
Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments
Participate in the story selection process through meetings, and contribute story ideas daily
Demonstrate sound news judgment, collaborate with others to present the story in the best way
Ability to travel for assignments, as needed
Ability to lift 35-40 lbs of gear
Recognize that he/she is a high-profile representative of our news organization in the community and conduct himself/herself in a professional and cordial manner
Perform other duties as assigned
Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed