Multimedia Journalist & Reporter - Macon

Gray Local Media, Inc

Macon (GA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 65,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

WPGA-TV/Gray Media in Macon, GA is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to tell compelling local stories that matter to the Macon community. You will shoot, edit, and report enterprise and day-of stories for our WANF collaboration, delivering clear, engaging reports for daily newscasts.

Ideal candidates have a journalism degree and 1+ year on-air/MMJ experience, strong writing, and the ability to work under deadline while coordinating with the WANF newsroom. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Broadcasting, Communications or equivalent.
1+ years of on-air reporting/MMJ experience (or strong internship/college-level equivalent with a professional reel).
Ability to shoot & edit video under a deadline.
Strong writing, interviewing, and editorial judgment with a commitment to accuracy and fairness.
Working knowledge of digital publishing & social platforms.
Valid driver's license & ability to drive to stories throughout the WPGA viewing area.

Responsibilities

Work out of the WPGA newsroom in Macon; report to WANF leadership.
Pitch, develop, and produce enterprise & day-of news stories that reflect the Macon community and surrounding areas.
Shoot and edit your own video; write scripts; deliver live and/or recorded reports for newscasts.
Coordinate with the WANF (Atlanta) newsroom to execute daily coverage plans.
Work flexible hours and on-call coverage as assigned.