MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WLOX

Gray Local Media, Inc; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

WLOX, part of Gray Media, is seeking a dynamic Multimedia Journalist to tell impactful stories across TV, web, and social platforms in South Mississippi. You’ll report, shoot, edit, and produce content that informs and engages diverse communities.

You’ll thrive in a fast-paced newsroom, handling breaking news, severe weather coverage, and investigative pieces while maintaining accuracy and empathy with viewers. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• A degree in Communications/Journalism or equivalent passion-driven, real-world experience (we value grit and smarts!).
• Insatiable curiosity for current events and local community impact.
• Digital fluency: use social media as a powerful newsgathering, storytelling, and audience-engagement tool.

Responsibilities

• Craft compelling stories: write, shoot, and edit engaging news stories for TV, web, and digital platforms.
• Report live and react to breaking news and severe weather with real-time updates across screens and channels.
• Research, pitch, and develop impactful stories that resonate with our local audience.
• Navigate high-pressure live broadcasts with composure and confidence.
• Fill in as anchor when opportunities arise, showcasing versatility on camera.

Skills

News judgment

Digital fluency

Teamwork

Independent work

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Empathy

Education

Communications/Journalism degree

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 46 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 WLOX

Ready to join a newsroom that aggressively uncovers the truth? For over six decades, WLOX has been South Mississippi's undisputed news leader, proudly holding down both the #1 and #2 spots as the region's ABC and CBS affiliate. We're building the future of local news with a sharp focus on impactful investigative journalism and leading the charge in digital storytelling across every platform. Here, you'll be part of an award-winning team committed to serving our community while shaping the evolving landscape of media.

Job Summary/Description

Are you wired to uncover stories that truly matter? Do you thrive at the intersection of local news and digital speed? WLOX is on the hunt for a Multimedia Journalist who can bring their A-game to every platform, from broadcast to the web, and into the heart of our community. If you're a self-starter with a nose for news and a passion for connecting with audiences wherever they are, then this is your opportunity to make a significant impact!

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to)

• Craft compelling stories: Write, shoot, and edit engaging news stories for TV, web, and all our digital platforms, ensuring our community is always informed and connected.
• Be the first on the scene: Report live and react instantly to breaking news, severe weather, or major community events, bringing real-time updates across every screen and channel.
• Unearth vital narratives: Research, pitch, and develop impactful news stories that resonate deeply with our local audience and shed light on important issues.
• Own the moment: Navigate fast-paced, high-pressure environments and make sound, split-second decisions during live broadcasts, maintaining composure and confidence under pressure.
• Step up to the anchor desk: Seize opportunities to fill in as an anchor, showcasing your versatility and leadership in front of the camera (based on your interest and ability, of course!).

Qualifications/Requirements

• A degree in Communications/Journalism or an equivalent passion-driven, real-world experience (we value grit and smarts!).
• An insatiable curiosity for current events and what truly matters to our local community.
• Digital fluency: You're not just comfortable with social media; you wield it as a powerful newsgathering, storytelling, and audience engagement tool.
• Team player & solo star: You thrive in collaborative environments but are equally effective working independently, especially when deadlines are tight.
• Physical readiness: Able to confidently lift and carry essential equipment, including your tripod, camera, and lights—because great stories don't always happen in a studio!
• A clean driving record and a valid driver's license (essential for covering stories across our community).
• Unshakeable news judgment: You know a story when you see it, how to tell it responsibly, and why it matters to our viewers.
• Urgency with empathy: You're driven to get the story first, but always with respect, understanding, and a commitment to accuracy.

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 the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

WLOX-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)