Multimedia Journalist

New Posted 18 January 2024 | Mobile, AL | WKRG-TV

WKRG-TV News 5, the Nexstar CBS television affiliate in the Mobile/Pensacola DMA, seeks a Multimedia Journalist to join our news team.

The Multimedia Journalist will produce, report, shoot, write, voice, edit, feed, and present content for all media platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers.

Research/gather/analyze information, interviews, and video to produce accurate, complete, in-depth, relevant, and fair news reports for publication (digital & social media) and broadcast
Ensure that all content produced meets company standards for journalistic integrity, timeliness, and production quality
Author strong copy with correct grammar, punctuation, editorial style, and formatting to meet the requirements of each digital, social, and on-air distribution platform
Quickly solidify presence on all key beats and develop strong professional relationships with reliable sources
Daily, pitch & break exclusive, enterprise news stories online, on social media channels, and on-air
Produce/shoot/edit video and audio content of varying lengths/formats to meet the requirements of each digital, social, and on-air distribution platform
Update and maintain online and social media presence to connect and converse with audience and generate story leads and content
Report live online, on social media channels, and on-air
Cooperate and communicate clearly, directly, and regularly with news teammates and other station departments
Serve as an ambassador to the community by representing the station at community events and activities
Produce special projects and other duties as assigned

Required & Preferred Capabilities:

Strong news judgment and high journalistic integrity
Low-to-zero call/approach reluctance --- ability to confidently engage with viewers, officials, those affected by stories, and others to cultivate story leads and information
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
Professional savvy and collegial demeanor when interacting with colleagues and members of the public
Superior on-camera presence and confidence
Work well under pressure --- ability to handle breaking news and last-minute changes with aplomb
Strong, candid knowledge of self & capabilities and display the willingness and ability to take action to learn, improve, and grow
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, or a related or complimentary field of study; or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience preferred
Flexibility to work any shift

Technical Skills:

Mastery of AP writing style to author digital, social, and on-air content
Confident and capable videographer who is able to gather compelling visuals, strong natural sound, and solid interviews with field video gear to produce visual storytelling
Strong non-linear video editing skills required --- familiarity with Adobe Premiere video editing software preferred
Ability to operate field live transmission unit essential --- TVU experience preferred
Familiarity with ENPS rundown and story management system preferred
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Valid driver’s license required for hire. A clean driving record is required and must be maintained to be able to safely & confidently operate company motor vehicles

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The MMJ must be able to stand, sit, reach, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, and work outdoors with various weather conditions and indoors in environmentally controlled conditions.

Must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment or items weighing up to 25 pounds.


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