Multimedia News Reporter & MMJ — Live, Multiplatform

Gray Media, Inc.; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Action News 5 in Memphis, Tennessee, is looking for a reporter/MMJ to cover news in a fast-paced environment. You will provide reports in multiple shows across all platforms, including live shots.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or related field, at least two years as a multimedia journalist, strong writing, AP style, social media proficiency, and the ability to produce engaging stories under tight deadlines. Must provide a link to samples of recent work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience
• Two years of experience as a multimedia journalist
• Outstanding broadcast writing and time management skills
• Proficiency with AP Style and social media platforms
• Ability to produce well-written, visually compelling stories under tight deadlines
• Strong news judgment
• Must provide a link to samples of recent work

Responsibilities

• LIVE across multiple platforms
• Create content for broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms daily
• Cover breaking/spot news
• Develop a network of sources in the community
• Include diverse perspectives in stories
• Drive to/from stories; shoot video, write scripts, and edit stories (VO, VOSOT, PKG)
• Collaborate with a photographer when necessary
• Present stories live in the field and studio

Skills

Multimedia journalist

News writing

AP Style

Social media

Time management

Interpersonal skills

News judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related field

Tools

Camera/shoot video

Video editing

Job description

Action News 5 in Memphis, Tennessee, is looking for a reporter/MMJ to cover news in a fast-paced environment. You will provide reports in multiple shows across all platforms, including live shots.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or related field, at least two years as a multimedia journalist, strong writing, AP style, social media proficiency, and the ability to produce engaging stories under tight deadlines. Must provide a link to samples of recent work.