Dynamic Multimedia Journalist: Local Stories, Live Reporting

Gray Local Media, Inc; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KATC-TV/Gray Media is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to find compelling local stories, develop sources, and deliver strong journalism across broadcast and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will shoot, write, edit, and report independently while also handling breaking news and live coverage.

The role demands an energetic storyteller who can manage deadlines, produce digital content, and use social media as a reporting tool to engage viewers across Acadiana.

Qualifications

• Strong writing, reporting, shooting and video-editing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop sources and generate original story ideas.
• Strong live reporting and on-camera presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field under deadline pressure.
• Ability to cover breaking news and adapt as stories develop.
• Strong understanding of digital journalism, social media and multiplatform storytelling.
• Excellent communication, organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, develop, and produce compelling daily and enterprise stories that are relevant to viewers across Acadiana.
• Build and maintain sources throughout the community and develop original story ideas.
• Shoot, write, edit and present stories for television, digital and social platforms.
• Deliver live reports from the field during breaking news, severe weather and other major events.
• Write clearly, accurately and conversationally while meeting tight deadlines.
• Produce digital stories and other content that complements and expands broadcast reporting.
• Use social media as a reporting tool to gather information, connect with sources and engage with the audience.
• Work closely with producers, photographers, assignment editors and newsroom managers to execute daily coverage and special projects.

Skills

Strong writing

Reporting

Shooting

Video editing

Live reporting

Multiplatform storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or communications

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

KATC-TV/Gray Media is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to find compelling local stories, develop sources, and deliver strong journalism across broadcast and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will shoot, write, edit, and report independently while also handling breaking news and live coverage.

The role demands an energetic storyteller who can manage deadlines, produce digital content, and use social media as a reporting tool to engage viewers across Acadiana.