KWTV Multimedia Journalist

News On 6; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

News On 6 in Oklahoma City seeks an experienced Multimedia Journalist to shoot, write, and edit stories from pitch to air. You’ll develop sources, break news, and deliver compelling visuals on tight deadlines across broadcast, digital, and social platforms.

You will work independently most times, with a photojournalist on larger projects, and collaborate with producers to align coverage with news priorities. Strong on-camera presence is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or related field.
• Two years of experience in a television newsroom preferred.
• Proficiency in videography and multimedia editing for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Excellent on-camera presence and storytelling under deadline.

Responsibilities

• Develop sources and pitch daily enterprise stories for OKC metro.
• Independently shoot, write, and edit stories from pitch to air.
• Report live in the field with a Photojournalist when needed.
• Conduct interviews and produce polished, accurate stories under tight deadlines.
• Create content for digital and social media; adapt for multiple formats.
• Collaborate with producers, photojournalists, and assignment desk.

Skills

Storytelling

On-camera presence

Newswriting

Broadcast journalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field

Tools

Non-linear editing

Videography

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: Experienced Job Location: OKC Griffin Media Center - Oklahoma City, OK 73102 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage: Class A Job Shift: Evening Job Category: Media - Journalism

Job Summary

As a Multimedia Journalist, you are Griffin Media's true all-in-one storyteller, independently shooting, writing, and editing your own stories from pitch to air. You'll develop sources, break news, and craft compelling visual stories on tight daily deadlines, often producing solo but coordinating closely with producers, photojournalists, and the assignment desk. You'll thrive in a fast-paced newsroom, using strong on-camera presence, sharp visual storytelling, and versatility across broadcast, digital, and social platforms to keep Oklahomans informed and connected to their communities.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop sources and pitch daily enterprise stories that resonate with viewers across the OKC metro area.
• Independently shoot, write, and edit broadcast stories from start to finish, managing your own gear, footage, and deadlines; partner with a Photojournalist on larger productions when needed.
• Report live in the field with a Photojournalist, providing clear, accurate updates as stories develop.
• Conduct interviews, gather information, and produce polished, accurate stories under tight daily deadlines.
• Create content for digital and social media platforms, adapting stories for multiple audiences and formats.
• Collaborate with producers, photojournalists, and the assignment desk to align coverage with newscast and digital priorities.
• Foster meaningful connections with our audience through social media engagement, community outreach, and participation in public events.
• Uphold journalistic standards, ethics, and accuracy in all aspects of reporting and storytelling.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing news events, deadlines, and priorities.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, including driving an automobile for company business.

Job Schedule

This is a full-time position primarily working 40 hours per week. You may also be called upon at times to fill in other hours and days of the week to help cover vacations, illnesses, breaking news, severe weather, or special projects/events. This position is not eligible to work remotely.

Qualifications Essential Qualities

• Humble: A habit of sharing successes, putting the team first, and working for the good of the team. A "we" not "me" attitude. The ability to give and receive constructive criticism. Observe and employ the Golden Rule.
• Hungry: Exhibit a strong work ethic, drive, and willingness to take initiative.
• Smart (People Smart): The virtue of being interpersonally smart about the interactions and relationships of those you encounter.
• Positive Attitude: Exhibited by focusing on opportunities not problems, see the glass as half-full not half-empty.
• Sense of Urgency: How we react and respond.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field preferred. Related experience will be evaluated and may be substituted as years of education.
• Two years of experience in a television newsroom as an on-air MMJ preferred.
• Proficiency in videography, non-linear editing, and multimedia production for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to produce accurate, clear, and compelling news content on deadline.
• Solid understanding of journalistic standards and news production across multiple platforms.
• Excellent on-camera presence and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Link of work sample required.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid Oklahoma driver's license and have a driving record acceptable to the company.
• Ability to perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Capable of handling the physical and mental requirements including:

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to verbally communicate in English.
• Ability to read computer monitor information (words and data).
• Ability to hear detailed spoken word.
• Ability to remain sedentary and to travel to work location.
• Ability to perform manual dexterity tasks with hands, fingers.
• Ability to analyze data, concentrate, reason, and write.
• Ability to perform under emotional stress.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds unaided.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and be on 24-hour call.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.