MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WDBJ

Job Summary / Description :

The dominant station in the st largest market in the country is looking for a journalist to work as an MMJ. We are looking for someone with a conversational delivery who can write, shoot, edit, and present compelling stories live.

The ability to dig up interesting story ideas each day is an absolute MUST for this position. Creativity, a strong work ethic, and a passion for journalism are crucial for this job.

If you have a strong desire to not only tell amazing stories but also grow as a journalist and learn from your co-workers, then WDBJ could be the place for you.

At least two years of experience working in a television newsroom is preferred.

Duties / Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) :

• Arrive to the editorial meeting on time at the start of your shift with at least two story ideas that could be produced for that day’s newscasts
• Must assist with overall content of news stories within newscasts
• Expected to bring innovative story ideas to editorial meetings and contribute to overall goal and direction of the station
• Willing to field report stories as directed
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and possess the ability to work well with co-workers
• Performs other duties as assigned to general assignment reporter
• Develops, investigates, writes, reports, and edits stories of interest
• When assigned a laptop, write and post a Web story in the car on the way back to the station
• Edit packages using the Edius system
• Follow clothing and appearance guidelines
• Ability to generate investigative stories using sources to dig deeper
• Responsible for working with producers to ensure story accuracy and to determine the best presentation of reports
• Capable of enterprising exclusive stories of interest and importance to local viewers and carrying out overall goals of the station
• Perform creative and explanatory live shots and stand-ups
• Writes and post website stories prior to the airing of the television version
• Work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
• Research, gather, write, and report news stories on-air and online in the most accurate, appealing, timely, and creative way using all sources
• Report live on the scene, especially during breaking news
• Conduct interviews in the field and on-set
• Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments
• Demonstrate sound news judgment, and collaborate with others to present the story in the best way
• Enterprise hard-news, research-driven packages under tight deadlines
• Participate in story selection process through meetings, and regularly contribute story ideas
• Attend / host / speak at community service, schools, and community events; meet and greet viewers
• Post and regularly update stories and other material on the web, often remotely while traveling
• Must update social media sites daily, including Facebook, to report stories and interact with viewers
• Possess a broad and working knowledge of the viewing area, including people, places, things, and history
• Enter CG text and times into newsroom software minutes before newscasts
• Use knowledge of appropriate lighting to enhance overall news presentation
• Present TV stories in alternative ways at least twice a week (non-package presentation)
• Produce daily one reporter package and one vo / sot / vo or other contribution on a different story
• Critique, feedback, and training are part of the job
• Communicate with the web staff and other appropriate staff members during breaking news
• Follow clothing and appearance guidelines
• Must be a visual storyteller; perform creative stand-ups and explanatory live shorts
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications / Requirements :

• At least two years of television reporting is preferred
• Experience with ENPS newsroom software and / or Grass Valley non-linear editing a plus
• Experience with web writing, and social media posts is required
• Excellent broadcasting writing experience is a must
• Experience with digital cameras
• Editorial leadership skills a plus
• Have experience with many platforms including web, mobile, and social networks
• Must possess a strong understanding of daily newscast content and work in conjunction with producers to develop a dynamic product
• Must possess excellent interview and conversational writing skills
• Excellent live reporting skills and strong on-camera presentation skills required
• Basic computer knowledge including newsroom software (such as ENPS or I-News,) Microsoft applications, and Internet use
• Ability to shoot and edit video with digital cameras
• Able to produce and post content to our websites
• Intermediate knowledge of social media
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
• Work well in a team environment
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and well under pressure
• Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
• Demonstrate solid news judgment and journalistic ethics
• Maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
• Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers
• Strong research skills, including the ability to navigate online search engines
• Must stay current with national and local news / weather
• Ability to enterprise local hard-news stories
• Bachelor's Degree in journalism or related field required
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now" , upload your resume, cover letter, and references

Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal )

WDBJ-TV / Gray Media, Inc. is a drug-free company