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Multimedia Journalist / Kpho

Gray Television

Phoenix, AZ 04-21-2022
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description
About KTVK/KPHO:

Arizona's Family (KTVK & KPHO) is a media powerhouse located in Phoenix, Arizona. The purpose of Arizona's Family is to empower Arizonans to live their best lives. Home to CBS 5 and 3TV, Arizona's Family produces more than 100+ hours of local news and programming every week. CBS 5 is Arizona's Most Watched Television Station driven by the power of CBS programming and sports while 3TV is one of the strongest Independent television stations in the country with its highly rated morning show, Good Morning Arizona. And the reach of Arizona's Family doesn't stop with linear television, azfamily.com is the market's top performer in local multi-platform uniques.

Job Summary/Description:

A MutliMedia Journalist is required to generate, vet and pitch multiple news stories in daily editorial meetings. Once the story assignment is determined, the MMJ will develop, shoot, write, reports and edits video news stories from concept to finish.
The MMJ will also be required to post web stories and recap story progress to newsroom. Maintains contacts within business community to report promptly on new or continuing events.

Please note, the primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information listed above.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.
- 2-3 years experience reporting in commercial television station.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities -
- Must possess advanced understanding of legal and ethical issues impacting journalism.
- Advanced knowledge of the locale, governing bodies, demographics and public figures.
- Ability to perform quality work in high pressure deadline situations.
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must possess valid Driver's License.

Come join our dynamic news team, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gkz6wp-3-141-47-221-42 in your application.

Company Profile
Gray Television

Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.