NEWS/SPORTS MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - KWQC

Gray Media, Inc.; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

KWQC-TV/Gray Media in Davenport, IA seeks a News/Multimedia Journalist to cover both news and sports, shooting, writing, and editing their own stories for broadcast and digital platforms.

You will contribute packaged story elements to the news and sports desks, pitch daily story ideas, and work with the digital team to find creative ways to distribute content and grow streaming opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate can cover a mix of breaking news and feature stories.
• Experience with AP style for web and broadcast writing.
• Great communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to carry gear and have experience in shooting/editing content.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Motor Vehicle Records check required.

Responsibilities

• Shoot, write, and edit your own stories
• Contribute packaged story elements to both the news and sports departments
• Pitch story ideas daily
• Work with the digital team to come up with creative ways to get your stories out there
• Come up with new, creative ideas where we can grow streaming when it comes to news and sports
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
• Apply feedback from the management team

Skills

AP style writing

Communication skills

Deadline driven

Video shooting

Video editing

Driving license

Job description

NEWS/SPORTS MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - KWQC

Job Category: News

Requisition Number: NEWSS016493

• Posted : July 25, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Davenport, IA 52803, USA

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 KWQC:

KWQC is the #1 station in the Quad Cities. KWQC has the most experienced team in the market. Our mission is to keep our viewers safe and informed while guiding them through the ever-evolving digital world. The Quad Cities area itself is a vibrant hub on the Mississippi River, offering a fantastic quality of life with a lively arts scene, beautiful parks, diverse dining, and a welcoming community spirit. It's a place where you can truly connect, both professionally and personally.

Job Summary/Description:

Do you love news and sports and can't choose? KWQC is looking for a journalist who can support both the news and sports departments. You may find yourself covering breaking news...or telling a high-impact story on a local athlete.

• Shoot, write, and edit your own stories
• Contribute packaged story elements to both the news and sports departments
• Pitch story ideas daily
• Work with the digital team to come up with creative ways to get your stories out there
• Come up with new, creative ideas where we can grow streaming when it comes to news and sports
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
• Apply feedback from the management team

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Ideal candidate can cover a mix of breaking news and feature stories.
• Experience with AP style for web and broadcast writing.
• Great communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to carry gear and have experience in shooting/editing content.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Motor Vehicle Records check required.

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

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 in every location in which 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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