MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST
Bring your storytelling A-game to WVVA (a Gray Local Media station) in Bluefield, WV as a Multimedia Journalist! We’re looking for an ambitious, resourceful journalist who’s hungry to chase original, hard-news stories viewers won’t see anywhere else.
If you’re a high-energy storyteller who loves creating content for TV, web and social media, you’ll fit right in. You’ll get hands-on training in every part of TV news production along with opportunities to anchor and work with modern, industry-leading equipment.
We invest in training and technology so our journalists can grow, and our newsroom can keep leading the market. If you’re driven, curious and ready to learn with a talented team, we’d love to hear from you.
Duties: (include but not limited to)
- Pitch and produce original, leadable stories daily for on‑air broadcasts and digital platforms.
- Investigate tips and information using strong research and critical thinking to uncover the deeper story.
- Shoot, write, edit and upload video, photos and stories optimized for TV, web and social media.
- Cultivate local sources and develop relationships that provide timely, community‑focused reporting.
- Report on‑air, coordinate live shots and occasionally anchor as needed.
- Perform reliably under deadline pressure while exercising sound news judgment and ethical standards.
- Collaborate respectfully with newsroom teammates and contribute to a fast‑paced, audience‑first environment.
Qualifications: (include but not limited to)
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related field preferred.
- Prior experience as a multimedia journalist and on‑air anchor preferred.
- Excellent news judgment and the ability to tell compelling stories across platforms.
- Familiarity with broadcast newsroom workflows; experience with ENPS and Edius a plus.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and ability to pass a drivers record check.
Imagine living in the “Nature’s Air-Conditioned City” of Bluefield, WV, nestled amidst the majestic Appalachian Mountains! WVVA isn’t just a station; it’s your gateway to adventure. We’re centrally located to major markets and surrounded by a playground of world-class white-water rafting, thousands of miles of breathtaking hiking trails, exhilarating skiing, and so much more. We don’t just work here; we love living here!
If you’re excited to join a team dedicated to excellence and local journalism, apply at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings. Please include your résumé and a link to your work reel with your application. No phone calls, please.
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