Multimedia Journalist
KPAX, the news leader in Missoula, Montana, is dedicated to delivering accurate, comprehensive, and community-focused journalism to our viewers. Situated in the heart of the stunning Rocky Mountains, we are committed to providing our audience with in-depth, contextual, and investigative storytelling that holds officials accountable and celebrates our vibrant community. If you're passionate about local news and storytelling, enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Montana, and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we want you to join our team.
The Multimedia Journalist is responsible for researching, writing, capturing visual content and editing stories for multiple platforms.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Receives assignment or evaluates news leads and news tips to develop story ideas
Gathers and verifies factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research
Organizes material, determines angle or emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
Shoots video and still photos to illustrate stories
Edits, or assists in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms
Gives live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit
Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned
Report, write, capture quality visual content, edit and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or related degree or equivalent years of experience
Minimum of one year of experience
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems
Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred
Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment
Strong writing skills
Proficient at posting content to various platforms
Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.
OUR TEAM:
We have hikers, rock climbers, mountain bikers, kayakers, runners, skiers, gamers, musicians, community leaders, swimmers and every other mixture of diverse backgrounds, passions and life experiences. We are a community of welcoming, mission-focused, and lively people that continue to grow as we grow our company and rise to our full potential in every aspect of our business.
WHERE YOU’LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:
Missoula, MT where the Clark-Fork river really does run though this vibrant city. Set at the convergence of five mountain ranges, earning Missoula the name of the "hub of five valleys". Missoula is surrounded by 60,000 acres of wilderness and is an outdoor paradise, with national forests, ski areas, incredible hikes, and bicycling, raging rivers with excellent blue-ribbon trout fishing. Missoula has repeatedly earned its ranking as a top 100 Best Places to live and was recently recognized as one of the healthiest places in the US with the highest life expectancy compared to any other city in Montana. If you seek a life that isn't consumed by your work or your commute, where living is about community, exploring the same trails as Lewis and Clark as well as knew adventures and a place where “fur babies” are considered part of the Missoulian community than this is the place for you ! After Billings, Missoula is the second-largest city and metropolitan area in Montana and is home to the University of Montana, a public research university.
Where else can walk outside and jump on a mountain trailhead or drive two to three hours and arrive at the gates of both Glacier and Yellowstone National Park! The economy is growing, culture and arts are thriving calling filmmakers such as Paramount’s Yellowstone to call on Missoula for some of the most beautiful scenic movie and TV show backgrounds. Truly the last best place!