Multi-Media Journalist

Morgan Murphy Media; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 26,491 - 27,813; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off including vacation, sick, and personal days

Flexible spending account

Job summary

A family-owned news organization in Spokane is looking for an enthusiastic multi-media journalist. The role involves pitching and developing stories, covering breaking news, and collaborating closely with a dedicated team. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a dynamic newsroom that prioritizes creativity and teamwork while being at the heart of a vibrant community in the beautiful northwest.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pitch and develop compelling stories.
• Strong ability to cover breaking news and feature stories.
• Willing to learn and grow in various journalism aspects (weather, sports, anchoring).

Responsibilities

• Develop and cover unique stories across platforms.
• Collaborate with photographers and other team members.
• Experiment with digital platforms for local news delivery.

Skills

Storytelling

Creativity

Teamwork

Job description

About this opportunity:

Are you looking for a newsroom that encourages creativity in storytelling, led by two news managers who have done that exact job? Want to learn and grow to not only be a more dynamic storyteller, but also stronger journalist? We have a track record of helping MMJs move to major markets and also helping people find a forever home in our community. We’re ready for you to join our close-knit news team.

Why Work for 4 News Now?

We’re looking for a multi-media journalist who likes to dig and really wants to win on the big stories. Can you tell a feature story as well as you can cover a breaking crime scene? Do you want to experiment on digital platforms to deliver local news to new audiences? Journalists on our team get support and feedback but also are held to high expectations to deliver the stories our community needs. You’ll develop your own stories and also work with our photojournalists to be more creative and do dynamic live shots. We’re a newsroom that thrives on growth and teamwork. You'll join a family-owned company in the beautiful northwest, where you can enjoy a thriving city without the hour-long commute to work. Spokane is surrounded by beautiful scenery with 76 lakes within an hour drive. Indoorsy? We have great breweries, wineries, restaurants and bookstores, too.

What you’ll do:

You’ll pitch and develop stories, track down leads and stretch your creative muscle to tell the most compelling stories across platforms. Want to test your skills on weather/sports/anchoring/producing? We provide opportunities to see where else your passion might take you. We just want your best, but we also value your life outside of work as much as we value what you bring to the newscasts each day.

What you’ll get in return:

We’re a dynamic and progressive family-owned business that values our employees, our culture and our community.

We are a team of talented and creative professionals. Who wouldn’t want to work with the best in the business?

Salary range is: $19.23/hourly – $20.19/hourly

Mentoring and training programs to promote success in your role

Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and long-term disability insurance, EAP, flexible spending account, 401(k), paid time off including vacation, sick, personal days and holidays

What’s next? We want excited, passionate journalists with great ideas and the ability to work in a fast-paced newsroom with a great team. To apply on-line and include your resume.

What’s next? Apply online and include your resume

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