NEWS/SPORTS MMJ - WTAP

Gray Television•Parkersburg, WV

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About The Position

WTAP is looking for a full-time Multi-Media Journalist to join our news and sports teams. Successful candidates will be able to cover news & sports in Parkersburg, WV, Marietta, OH, and the Mid-Ohio Valley. Successful candidates will also have the ability to deliver compelling stories and cover local high school sports. Must be a self-motivator, able to meet deadlines, have strong verbal and written communication skills, and demonstrate good news judgment and decision-making. We're looking for someone who maintains a positive work environment. This position will also produce and anchor our Saturday PM sportscasts.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to communicate effectively with newsroom managers, producers, and co-workers
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Strong professional social media skills.
Maintain a professional appearance
Valid driver`s license and a good driving record

Responsibilities

Works with the news director and assignment desk to determine, plan, and staff daily assignments
Write, shoot, and edit stories on your own for daily newscasts, website, and social platforms
Generating story ideas and building local contacts
Contribute story ideas in our daily story meetings
Demonstrate sound news judgment
Operate LIVE shots using a TVU
Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Gather information about news through research, interviews, experience, and/or attendance at local event functions
Follow up on tips that lead to stories
Perform other duties as assigned
During sports season, this position will focus on sports; during the off-season, it will focus on news