MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (ASSO) - WKYT

Gray Media; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media, based in Lexington, KY, is seeking a multimedia reporter/backpack journalist to pioneer next-generation news gathering. The ideal candidate will report, shoot, edit, and post news stories using state-of-the-art technology. Responsibilities include live reporting and creative storytelling in a fast-paced environment, requiring strong writing skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Applicants should have at least two years of experience and a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism. Join a dynamic team at WKYT-TV, delivering compelling news coverage.

Qualifications

• At least two years' experience as a reporter for a broadcast news station or news website.
• Self-starter with ability to operate state-of-the-art television news equipment.
• Knowledge of web publishing.

Responsibilities

• Live reporting and creative shooting of news stories.
• Writing and editing hard news and features.
• Posting news stories online from the field and studio.

Skills

Video reporting

Video editing

Web story posting

Effective writing

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related field

Tools

Television news equipment

Website publishing tools

Job description

About Gray Media

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full‑power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top‑rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest‑rated television station in average all‑day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WKYT

WKYT-TV is home to the CBS and CW affiliates in beautiful Lexington, KY. The station sits amongst picturesque horse farms in the Thoroughbred Capital of the World. The Lexington DMA (#63) provides a competitive news environment, and WKYT has emerged as the news leader, producing 11.5 hours of news per day. Our team of award‑winning professionals thrives in a fast‑paced, yet fun, environment.

Lexington is home to a thriving downtown scene, phenomenal restaurants and breweries, and, of course, Keeneland Race Course, the most beautiful horse track you'll ever visit. For outdoor enthusiasts, Red River Gorge and the Appalachian Mountains are calling your name. And in the summers, Lake Cumberland is just a short drive south to get your boating fix. Lexington is home to the University of Kentucky, where basketball is a way of life! Once you see a game at historic Rupp Arena, your life will never be the same!

Job Summary

WKYT-TV is looking for a multimedia reporter/backpack journalist. We’re looking for a pioneer in the next generation of news gathering. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated ability to report, shoot video, edit video, and post web stories/pictures/video from both the field and the television station. You’ll use the latest technology, including lightweight next‑generation video equipment and laptop editing.

Duties of this job include live reporting, creative shooting, writing, editing, and posting of news stories, both hard news and features. Must have good writing skills and must be able to work well under strict deadline pressure.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have at least two years’ experience as a reporter for a broadcast news station or news website.
• The successful applicant’s background must include, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or a related field.
• He/she must be a self‑starter, with knowledge of and ability to operate state‑of‑the‑art television news equipment as well as website publishing.

If you feel you’re qualified, visit https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings and type in the job title, station call letters, or click “apply now,” upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray‑TV UltiPro self‑service portal.

WKYT-TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.

Additional Info

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.