Multi-Media Journalist– APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW TV | Kennewick, WA

About us :

Apple Valley News Now, the local ABC affiliate in the Yakima / Tri Cities market of Washington state, is part of Morgan Murphy Media.

We are a family-owned, people-first business and our communities are at the core of what we do and who we are.

About this opportunity :

Apple Valley News Now is seeking an innovative storyteller interested in reporting local news. We are looking for self-motivated, highly organized individuals with a strong work ethic who want to learn it all : shooting, writing, editing and live news production.

It is truly one of those jobs that will be what you make of it with the possibility of learning more than you ever have before.

This position is for KVEW-TV in Kennewick, Washington. The fast-growing Tri-Cities area (Kennewick / Pasco / Richland) offers 300 days of sunshine and a great lifestyle for outdoorsy types and proximity to Pacific Northwest hotspots Spokane, Seattle and Portland..

What you'll do :

• Enterprise compelling stories for newscasts, website and other platforms
• Shoot and edit video with TV news cameras, digital devices, production software and apps
• Collaborate with co-workers on the best way to present / report stories
• Create content and write stories for our website
• Produce stories that our target audience will find valuable and relevant to their lives
• Maintain contacts and foster relationships in the community
• Complete work as assigned by the news director
• Assist online staff in preparing for multi-media stories

What you'll bring :

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field
• Sound editorial judgment and broad knowledge of journalism ethics and libel laws
• Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
• Ability to work under extreme pressure and meet deadlines every day
• Team player mindset
• Experience using iNews preferred but not required
• Ability to edit using Edius preferred but not required
• Ability to lift and carry 15 pounds

What you'll get in return :

You'll get a supportive work environment with co-workers and managers who value your work, your time and your perspective.

Our management team is committed to maintaining a culture where employees can flourish and grow, professionally and personally.

Pay range : $16.50 / hour - $19 / hour

Benefits : We offer employees and their families medical, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program benefits.

Employees are also offered long-term disability insurance, flexible spending account, 401(k), health savings account, employee referral program, and paid time off including vacation time equivalent to 80 hours / year depending on start date, 1 hour of sick time for every 40 hours worked, 2 personal days and 9 paid holidays.

What's next? Please visit our website to fill out an application