MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WDAM

Job Summary WDAM is looking for a Reporter/MMJ to join our award‑winning team. The successful candidate can generate their own story ideas and has a strong desire for enterprise storytelling, covering live and breaking news. We are looking for someone who likes news/journalism, not just wanting to be on television. Responsibilities Plan stories in advance for coverage that are relevant to the Pine Belt Pitch and cover enterprise stories – generally two stories each day Cover breaking news, general assignments, and targeted special reports on social media, web, and TV Shoot own interviews and video Build trust and respect in the Pine Belt Work under tight deadlines on a flexible schedule that includes weekends, holidays, shift coverage, breaking news, and severe weather Operate live shots using Live U and Live U‑Mobile Check beats daily Learn how to share/discuss a news story on our digital desk Post stories to WDAM.COM Qualifications Excellent writing, storytelling, videography, and editing skills Solid news judgment Must be able to report in a broad range of styles with good on‑air presentation skills Work under tight deadlines Familiarity with all distribution platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, the Internet, etc. A Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent is required Pre‑employment drug screening, a valid Driver's License, & Motor Vehicle Records check are required Additional Information 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr