KWTV Multimedia Journalist

A Multimedia Journalist at News 9 helps drive the Ideal Team Player culture.Job Summary: News 9 is looking for a Multimedia Journalist who is humble, hungry, and smart; a person with a passion for storytelling and the ability to report in a fast-paced environment. This applicant should have a strong on-camera presence and the skills to shoot, write, and edit their own stories on tight deadlines.Job Responsibilities:Develop sources and pitch daily enterprise stories that resonate with people in the OKC metro areaShoot, write, and edit broadcast stories on their own, occasionally working with a photojournalistReport live in the field with a photojournalistCreate content for digital and social media platformsDemonstrate flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing news events, deadlines, and priorities.Perform other job-related duties as assigned, including driving an automobile for company business.Job Schedule: This is a full-time position primarily working 40 hours per week. You may also be called in to help cover vacations, illnesses, breaking news, severe weather, or special projects/events. This position is not eligible to work remotely.Essential Qualities:Humble: A habit of sharing successes, putting the team first, and working for the good of the team. A “we” not “me” attitude. The ability to give and receive constructive criticism. Observe and employ the Golden Rule.Hungry: Exhibit a strong work ethic, drive, and willingness to take initiative.Smart (People Smart): The virtue of being interpersonally smart about the interactions and relationships of those you encounter.Positive Attitude: Exhibited by focusing on opportunities not problems, see the glass as half-full not half-empty.Sense of Urgency: How we react and respond.Skills and Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field preferred. Related experience will be evaluated and may be substituted as years of experience.Two years of experience in a television newsroom as an on-air MMJ preferred.Knowledge of Journalistic standards necessary and ability to perform appropriately on camera.Accurate and comprehensive writing, shooting, and editing skills as well as good communication skills.A basic understanding of news production for multiple platforms.Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to produce accurate, clear, and compelling news contentProficiency in multimedia production techniques, including videography and video editingExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.Link of work sample required.Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and have a driving record acceptable to the company.Ability to perform other job-related duties as assigned.Capable of handling the physical and mental requirements including:ability to verbally communicate in Englishability to read computer monitor information (words and data)ability to hear detailed spoken wordability to remain sedentary and to travel to work locationability to perform manual dexterity tasks with hands, fingersability to analyze data, concentrate, reason, and writeability to perform under emotional stressability to lift 50 pounds unaidedability to work rotating shifts and be on 24-hour call when scheduledPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Griffin Media