Multimedia Journalist

Job Description

About KWTX:

KWTX-TV News 10 is the dominant television station for the Waco-Temple-Killeen market in the Heart of Central Texas. The award winning CBS and CW affiliate, KWTX is the leader in every local newscast. A state-of-the-art facility helps employees showcase their award-winning content. Two storm-chasing vehicles, the Weather Edge and Weather Explorer give our crews mobile weather labs to track and own severe weather coverage. However, the station's most valuable resource is its people. KWTX is home to a dedicated group of employees, many of whom have called the station home for many years.

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Job Summary/Description:

KWTX News 10 is seeking a Multi-Media Journalist. This team position requires proven live skills, creative storytelling, excellent photography and a digital-first mindset. This position is responsible for developing, investigating, writing, reporting and editing stories of interest, for all platforms. We are looking for a driven and experienced multi-media journalist to join our award-winning news team.

Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:
- Write, shoot, and edit stories on your own for daily newscasts, website and social platforms
- Post and regularly update stories and other material on the web
- Use social media sites, including Facebook, to report stories and interact with viewers
- Research, gather, & provide information in the most accurate, appealing, timely & creative way using all resources
- Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments
- Participate in story selection process through meetings, and contribute story ideas daily
- Demonstrate sound news judgment, collaborate with others to present the story in the best way
- Present TV stories in alternative and creative ways that emphasize storytelling techniques
- Ability to travel for assignments, as needed
- Ability to lift 35-40lbs of gear
- Recognize that he/she is a high-profile representative of our news organization in the community and conduct himself/herself in a professional and cordial manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

Qualifications/Requirements:
- 1 year previous news experience, previous live reporting experience.
- Ability to shoot and edit video, write scripts, and effectively communicate live on-air.
- Flexibility in scheduling, to respond to the changing news landscape.
- A degree in journalism or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Familiarity with non-linear editing, TVU, Sony ENG, Social Media.
- Valid Driver's License with good driving record. Employment is contingent on a pre-employment drug screen and motor vehicle background check.

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d882ym-18-119-107-96-42 in your application.