Gray Media is hiring: NEWS REPORTER/MMJ - WXIX in Cincinnati

Job Summary FOX19 in Cincinnati has an immediate opening for an experienced reporter/MMJ. We are looking for an innovative storyteller to join our team! Our next MMJ will research, shoot, and present news stories (with viewer benefit) for our on‑air & digital platforms. Engaging LIVESHOTS are a must. You must be able to win the big story of the day, along with finding enterprise stories (with high viewer impact) to lead our newscasts. You must have experience with investigative reporting, a hunger for breaking news, and the ability to track down exclusive lead stories. Duties / Responsibilities Create high‑quality news content for broadcast, digital, streaming, and social media platforms. Develop sources in the community to pitch lead and enterprise stories. Manage time effectively to gather video, sound, and graphics for stories; work under tight deadlines to turn daily stories. Use creative storytelling techniques to make stories easy to understand and memorable. May be required to work weekends or early morning shifts. Qualifications / Requirements Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field. Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred. Experience delivering engaging live content in the studio and the field. Self‑starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proven track record of generating enterprise story ideas. Excellent time management, communication, and writing skills (broadcast and AP style). Candidate must successfully complete an MVR check. If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings. You may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now" and upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray‑TV UltiPro self‑service portal. WXIX‑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. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries Broadcast Media Production and Distribution Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Gray Media by 2x. Get notified about new News Reporter jobs in Cincinnati, OH . #J-18808-Ljbffr