Multimedia Journalist

Job Description

About KLTV/KTRE:

KTRE is the dominant station in the Lufkin, TX area of East Texas. We are an ABC affiliate and have been #1 by every ratings measure, uninterrupted in every newscast for 20+ years. We also have a very powerful, dominant digital presence in the market. We are a leader in the industry in digital innovation and digital products--operating and populating 7 different apps and producing an 18-hour a day live streaming news service from our newsroom on OTT, desktop and on our mobile apps.

We do things differently. If you want to work from the station you can. We outfit you with modern technology that allows you to take control of your work day, work from the field without spending a lot of time in meetings. Our MMJs have the option each day to start from home and hit the ground running without the traditional morning meeting. We allow out MMJs to work with a greater amount of independence than most.

Learn More about KTRE Here: https://youtu.be/eEYLKu0Xz2Y

Primary job responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:
-Competence in reporting live, online and on air
-Reporting at times on digital platforms, often live via FaceTime or Skype
-Shooting stories
-Pitching and researching, setting up news stories
-Editing stories
-Writing
-Posting stories online
-Computer skills
-Lifting/carrying/managing news photography equipment
-Frequently required to work outdoors
-Required to work weekends, holidays and evenings as necessary
-Must have valid drivers' license and be insurable

Qualifications/Requirements:

Journalism degree or similar is preferred
Professional video camera and professional non-linear editing knowledge

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gp1ov4-18-189-14-219-42 in your application.