KOCO 5 is hiring: Multimedia Journalist in Oklahoma City

Overview

KOCO-TV, the ABC affiliate in Oklahoma City, OK, is looking for a Multimedia Journalist that has the ability to generate story ideas, write to video, and strive to create compelling news coverage. The Multimedia Journalist should be an accurate, ethical, compelling storyteller with a team attitude. The right candidate loves telling stories and delivering them LIVE to the viewers. This person will produce content on-air, on-line, and for our mobile devices. This role reports to the News Director and requires the ability to shoot and edit video with a passion for journalism and bringing the viewer the “big story”.

Responsibilities

• Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights and weekends. Variable shift possible.
• Put together high quality packages.
• Coverage of breaking news and sports.
• Develop sources and generate story ideas.
• Shoot and track news stories.
• Work with reporters on packages, special reports and documentaries.

Requirements

• At least one year television news reporting, photography and editing preferred.
• Works quickly and efficiently.
• Good personality. Must connect with viewers.
• Must enjoy being part of a team.
• Excellent writing and packaging skills.
• Must be able to provide samples of reporting and photography.
• Ability to develop contacts and generate stories.
• Ability to shoot and edit high quality video.
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
• Related military experience will be considered.
• In-person attendance is required.

Benefits

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family’s needs

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry’s premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution