MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - KOLD

Gray Local Media, Inc; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media's KOLD-TV in Tucson seeks a dynamic journalist who can tell compelling local stories with strong writing and reporting skills. You will shoot, write, edit, and present reports across broadcast, digital, and social platforms while meeting tight deadlines.

We value a clean driving record, willingness to travel, and an authentic on-camera presence that connects with Southern Arizona audiences. Join a legacy station delivering top local news daily.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism, communications, or related field.
• Strong writing skills and news judgment.
• Ability to shoot, write, and edit compelling stories on deadline.
• Familiarity with digital, streaming, and social platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and pitch original, enterprise-driven story ideas for our viewers.
• Shoot, write, edit, and present engaging stories independently or with a photographer.
• Tailor storytelling for TV, digital, streaming, and social platforms.
• Contribute to daily editorial conversations and shape coverage decisions.
• Build trusted sources and community relationships for impactful journalism.
• Meet deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom with high standards.

Skills

Storytelling

News writing

Video editing

On-camera presence

Digital platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism

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 KOLD:

13 News is a Gray Television station and the CBS affiliate in Tucson, Arizona. We are the best local television station in Southern Arizona and the #1 digital platform - and we've been around for more than 70 years! We are committed to the highest standards of excellence in our local news, entertainment, information, and public service programming. We produce 62 hours of live, televised newscasts per week between KOLD and our shared services partner, KMSB Fox 11. If you’ve never been to Tucson, let us tell you all the things you’ll love: Plentiful sunshine, natural beauty, diverse culture, active lifestyles, great food, hundreds of miles of hiking trails, breathtaking views, unforgettable sunsets, challenging biking trails, community events, accessible natural locations for all ages… it would have been quicker for us to just say you’ll love it all.

Job Summary/Description:

Southern Arizona’s news leader is looking for our next natural-born storyteller. We’re searching for someone who is energized by current events, brings strong news judgment and exceptional writing skills, and has a genuine passion for finding the stories that matter most to our community — not just covering the news, but uncovering it.

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

• Develop and pitch original, enterprise-driven story ideas that connect with our viewers and reflect the needs of our community
• Shoot, write, edit, and present compelling, accurate, and engaging stories — working independently or alongside a photographer
• Tailor and optimize storytelling for each KOLD platform, including broadcast, digital, streaming, and social media
• Contribute meaningfully to daily editorial conversations and help shape coverage decisions
• Build trusted sources and community relationships that lead to impactful, people-focused journalism
• Meet deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom while maintaining strong journalistic standards

Qualifications/Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism, communications, or a related field
• A self-starter attitude with the confidence to pitch ideas, chase leads, and manage stories from start to finish
• Strong writing skills, solid news judgment, and a commitment to accuracy and fairness
• The ability to shoot, write, and edit compelling stories on deadline
• A strong understanding of digital, streaming, and social platforms, with the ability to adapt storytelling for each audience
• A clean driving record and the ability to travel as needed for assignments
• A strong, authentic on-camera presence and the ability to connect with viewers

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 at every location where 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 Gray’s employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.

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