Multi Media Journalist

178911 - Marquee Broadcasting West-WY, KGWN & KCWY; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

KGWN-TV in Cheyenne, WY, is seeking a full-time MMJ to develop stories, shoot, edit, and deliver live reports for broadcast and digital platforms. You will manage rapid deadlines and contribute engaging web content while maintaining journalistic integrity.

Requirements include a journalism-related degree or equivalent experience, and a valid driver's license with a resume and reel. The role emphasizes flexibility and strong communication to cover local stories across markets.

Qualifications

• A degree in journalism or related field or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Resume and reel required.

Responsibilities

• Develop story ideas and shoot, edit, and go live as an MMJ.
• Meet tight daily deadlines for broadcast and publish original web content.
• Respond quickly to breaking news and develop fresh online material.
• Adapt to changing news landscape with strong communication.

Skills

Communication

Deadline-driven

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field

Tools

Non-linear video editing software

Job description

Description

KGWN-TV is the dominant news source for the Cheyenne-Scottsbluff and Casper markets. Located in southeast Wyoming, just over the Colorado border, Cheyenne is a growing community home to F.E. Warren Air Force Base, the Capital City, and Cheyenne Frontier Days the world's largest outdoor rodeo. With stations in Casper, Cheyenne, and Scottsbluff, NE we are focused on telling local stories that matter while remaining dominant both on broadcast and digital. If you like outdoor recreation, there are few better places in the country.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Perform regular duties of an MMJ - from developing story ideas to shooting, editing, and going live, as well as posting on digital and social platforms
• Meet tight daily deadlines for broadcast while posting web content that is original and fresh in a timely manner
• Respond urgently and appropriately to breaking and developing news
• Knowledge of non-linear video editing programs is a plus
• Excellent communication skills
• Flexibility in scheduling, to respond to the changing news landscape

Requirements

Qualification/Requirements:

• A degree in journalism or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Valid Driver's License required - Resume and reel required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18 per hour (Overtime when approved) 3-year contract required with yearly pay raises

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week