Mediabistro logo
job logo

MMJ/ REPORTER - KPTV

Gray Television, Inc., Beaverton, OR, United States


Location: KPTV Station, Beaverton, OR, 97006, USA

About KPTV
KPTV is a Fox‑affiliated television station licensed to Portland, Oregon. Owned by Atlanta‑based Gray Television, it is part of a duopoly with Vancouver, Washington‑licensed MyNetworkTV affiliate KPDX.

Job Summary
Portland, Oregon's #1 news station, FOX 12, has an immediate opening for an MMJ/Reporter. The top candidate will be a dynamic, high‑level storyteller who gathers news for broadcast, web, and other platforms of the future.

Duties / Responsibilities

Shoot, write, and edit stories

Appear on‑air and coordinate live shots

Develop sources within the community to gain unique "Only On" insight and reports on important and impactful issues

Pitch leadable and/or original story ideas daily

Strong research skills, ability to employ critical thinking skills to dig and go "beyond the press release" and/or confirm incoming news tips via email or social media

Work with a sense of immediacy and in a team while exhibiting sound news judgment and ethics

Potential and drive to fill in anchor, when needed

Qualifications / Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field preferred

Minimum of two years' experience as a reporter/MMJ in a local newsroom

Ability to work long hours/overtime, weekends, overnights as needed for breaking news and specialized coverage

Must be able to carry 35+ pounds of gear and be experienced in shooting and editing unique content

Good driving record

Knowledge of ENPS newsroom systems and Edius editing systems is preferable

Additional Information
KPTV‑TV/Gray Media, Inc. is a drug‑free company.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
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