Multi-Platform News & Sports Journalist

Gray Media, Inc.; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

KWQC-TV/Gray Media in Davenport, IA seeks a News/Multimedia Journalist to cover both news and sports, shooting, writing, and editing their own stories for broadcast and digital platforms.

You will contribute packaged story elements to the news and sports desks, pitch daily story ideas, and work with the digital team to find creative ways to distribute content and grow streaming opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate can cover a mix of breaking news and feature stories.
• Experience with AP style for web and broadcast writing.
• Great communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to carry gear and have experience in shooting/editing content.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Motor Vehicle Records check required.

Responsibilities

• Shoot, write, and edit your own stories
• Contribute packaged story elements to both the news and sports departments
• Pitch story ideas daily
• Work with the digital team to come up with creative ways to get your stories out there
• Come up with new, creative ideas where we can grow streaming when it comes to news and sports
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
• Apply feedback from the management team

Skills

AP style writing

Communication skills

Deadline driven

Video shooting

Video editing

Driving license

Job description

KWQC-TV/Gray Media in Davenport, IA seeks a News/Multimedia Journalist to cover both news and sports, shooting, writing, and editing their own stories for broadcast and digital platforms.

You will contribute packaged story elements to the news and sports desks, pitch daily story ideas, and work with the digital team to find creative ways to distribute content and grow streaming opportunities.