Political Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

KGAN-TV, Cedar Rapids; Iowa; On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Broadcasters' KGAN Cedar Rapids bureau is seeking a Political Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to report, shoot and edit daily state politics stories for television and digital platforms.

You will develop enterprising ideas, cultivate contacts, and deliver NPPA-style stories from the Des Moines bureau, producing content for the internet, social networks and mobile devices, with strong technical and independent-work skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of reporting experience.
• Experience with live shots is required.
• Live-U experience is a plus.
• A passion for state politics.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot and edit news stories for TV and digital platforms.
• Develop enterprising story ideas and build contacts.
• Produce daily content across the internet, social networks and mobile devices.
• Cover state politics from the Des Moines/ central Iowa area.

Skills

Sharp news judgment

NPPA style storytelling

Technical skills

Independent work

Valid license & driving record

Tools

Live-U

Job description

Position/Title:

Political Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)

Details:

KGAN has an exciting opportunity for a Multimedia Journalist!

Vacancy Type:

Full Time

Date Posted:

10/30/2026

Closing Date:

12/29/2026

City:

Cedar Rapids

Requirements:

KGAN is looking for a political Multi-Media Journalist. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned all from the Des Moines bureau. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television on state politics.

Skills and Experience:

• Sharp news judgment
• The ability to tell an NPPA style story
• Excellent technical skills
• The ability to work well independently
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record

Requirements and Qualifications:

• A minimum of 1 year reporting experience is required
• Experience with live shots is required
• Experience with Live-U is a plus
• A passion for state politics

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.