MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (Bluefield) - WVVA

Gray Media; Bluefield (WV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

WVVA, a Gray Local Media station in Bluefield, WV, seeks a Multimedia Journalist to chase original, hard-news stories for TV, web, and social media.

You’ll receive hands-on training in every part of TV news production, with opportunities to anchor and work with modern equipment as you grow with a talented team at Gray Media.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or related field preferred.
• Experience as multimedia journalist and on-air anchor preferred.
• Strong news judgment and compelling storytelling across platforms.
• Familiarity with newsroom workflows and ENPS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Pitch and produce original, leadable stories daily for on-air broadcasts and digital platforms.
• Investigate tips and information using strong research and critical thinking to uncover the deeper story.
• Shoot, write, edit and upload video, photos and stories optimized for TV, web and social media.
• Cultivate local sources and develop relationships that provide timely, community-focused reporting.
• Report on air, coordinate live shots and occasionally anchor as needed.
• Perform reliably under deadline pressure while exercising sound news judgment and ethical standards.
• Collaborate respectfully with newsroom teammates and contribute to a fast-paced, audience-first environment.

Skills

News judgment

Storytelling across platforms

Investigative skills

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism

Tools

ENPS

Edius

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 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 WVVA:

Imagine living in the “Nature’s Air-Conditioned City” of Bluefield, WV, nestled amidst the majestic Appalachian Mountains! WVVA isn’t just a station; it’s your gateway to adventure. We’re centrally located to major markets and surrounded by a playground of world-class white-water rafting, thousands of miles of breathtaking hiking and ATV trails, exhilarating skiing, and so much more. We don’t just work here; we love living here!

Job Summary/Description:

Bring your storytelling A-game to WVVA (a Gray Local Media station) in Bluefield, WV as a Multimedia Journalist! We’re looking for an ambitious, resourceful journalist who’s hungry to chase original, hard-news stories viewers won’t see anywhere else.

If you’re a high-energy storyteller who loves creating content for TV, web, and social media, you’ll fit right in. You’ll get hands- on training in every part of TV news production along with opportunities to anchor and work with modern, industry-leading equipment.

We invest in training and technology so our journalists can grow, and our newsroom can keep leading the market. If you’re driven, curious and ready to learn with a talented team, we’d love to hear from you.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Pitch and produce original, leadable stories daily for on-air broadcasts and digital platforms.
• Investigate tips and information using strong research and critical thinking to uncover the deeper story.
• Shoot, write, edit and upload video, photos and stories optimized for TV, web and social media.
• Cultivate local sources and develop relationships that provide timely, community-focused reporting.
• Report on air, coordinate live shots and occasionally anchor as needed.
• Perform reliably under deadline pressure while exercising sound news judgment and ethical standards.
• Collaborate respectfully with newsroom teammates and contribute to a fast-paced, audience-first environment.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or related field preferred.
• Prior experience as a multimedia journalist and on-air anchor preferred.
• Excellent news judgment and the ability to tell compelling stories across platforms.
• Familiarity with broadcast newsroom workflows; experience with ENPS and Edius a plus.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driver’s record check. No phone calls, please.

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.

WVVA-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company.