Multimedia Journalist

Job Description

About WTOK:

WTOK-TV is a trusted ABC network station with a history of serving the communities of eastern Mississippi and Western Alabama with top rated news, weather and sports. We also offer syndicated programming on the CW and myTOK networks. We take pride in serving our viewers, our community, and our advertisers for 67 years.
Our mission is to be engaged with the community and promote civic and economic development with a focus on improving the lives of our viewers. We use cutting edge technology to provide accurate and timely news information on television and digital platforms.

Job Summary/Description:

Do you love to create, love to be in charge, love to write and tell stories? Be a MMJ at a television station who will let you shine! You need to work for the best management team at WTOK-TV in Meridian, Mississippi.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Must be strong at managing breaking news and severe weather coverage and be able to make sound split-second decisions during live broadcasts.
- Strong skills working with social media, and gathering news worthy content from local agencies.
- Must be able to think strategically from the producer chair daily, as well as motivate your team to execute your vision.
- Knowledge of ENPS and Edius preferred.
- Knowledge of graphic editing software a plus.

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, broadcasting or communications is preferred, but not required
- Flexible work hours required, must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts
- Team Player

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, 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-g32nx9-13-58-36-141-42 in your application.