MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WGEM Job at Gray Media in Quincy

Job Summary/Description

WGEM is looking for a multimedia journalist to join our Emmy award-winning news team. We are seeking qualified candidates who have a passion for storytelling and news gathering, with a strong understanding of how news is delivered on multiple platforms. You will shoot, write, and edit content for our digital and broadcast platforms. During newscasts, you may be teamed with a photojournalist for active LIVE storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Shooting, writing, and editing daily content for newscasts, web, and social media.
• Enterprise story ideas and build local contacts.
• Perform other duties necessary to assist the newsroom as assigned by management.
• Present information in a fair, unbiased manner, ensuring the information is accurate and of interest to viewers.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor\'s Degree in journalism, communications, or related field.
• Experience with news and video editing software is a benefit.
• A valid driver\'s license is a must.
• Solid technical and computer skills, and understanding of how content is turned on multiple media platforms.
• Ability to handle moderate stress on a regular basis, meet daily and long-range deadlines, and work well with others in a team atmosphere.

Salary/Wage

$37,440 - $39,000

Shift and Schedule

Sunday - Thursday (9:00am - 6:00pm)

Job Type

Full-Time

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

Legal/EEO

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. 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 prohibits 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 job duties may result in disciplinary action up to and including discharge.

Note: This posting reflects current opening and may be removed from the site at any time.