Multimedia Journalist & Reporter — Portland, Dynamic Storytelling

GRAY MEDIA; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media, Portland, Oregon's leading news group, seeks an MMJ/Reporter for FOX 12 Oregon. The top candidate will be a dynamic storyteller who gathers video, writes for broadcast and web, and contributes across platforms.

Ideal candidates have journalism degree and at least two years of local newsroom reporting experience, with ability to shoot/edit and work long hours, including overnights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years' experience as a reporter/MMJ in a local newsroom.
• Must be able to work long hours, weekends, overnights for breaking news.
• Able to carry 35+ pounds of gear and shoot/edit content.
• Driver's license with clean driving record required.
• Knowledge of ENPS and EDIUS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shoot, write, and edit stories.
• Appear on-air and coordinate live shots.
• Develop sources within the community for unique insights.
• Pitch leadable and original story ideas daily.
• Verify tips via email or social media with strong research.
• Work with immediacy and sound news judgment in a team.
• Potential to fill-in anchor when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Journalism

Storytelling

Shooting

Editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Tools

ENPS

EDIUS

Job description

Gray Media, Portland, Oregon's leading news group, seeks an MMJ/Reporter for FOX 12 Oregon. The top candidate will be a dynamic storyteller who gathers video, writes for broadcast and web, and contributes across platforms.

Ideal candidates have journalism degree and at least two years of local newsroom reporting experience, with ability to shoot/edit and work long hours, including overnights and weekends.