Weather/Climate Multimedia Journalist, KRIS

KRIS, the E.W. Scripps NBC affiliate in Corpus Christi, Texas, is seeking a Weather‑Focused Multimedia Journalist who will bring weather stories to life while serving as a versatile fill‑in for our weather team. This unique role combines traditional MMJ responsibilities with specialized weather coverage, making you an essential part of our newsroom’s ability to keep the Coastal Bend informed about the weather conditions that matter most to our community.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas

Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research

Organize material, determine slant or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards

Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories

Edit, or assists in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms

Appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration

Give live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit

Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned

Assist news producer in preparing newscast

Assist online staff in preparing for multi media stories

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred

Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred

Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems

Videography and non‑linear editing experience preferred

Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment

Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment

Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills

Proficient at posting content to various websites

Self‑motivated and able to work in a fast‑paced deadline‑driven environment

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

WHERE YOU’LL LIVE, WORK, AND PLAY:
Corpus Christi, Texas, offers an unbeatable coastal lifestyle where work and play seamlessly blend together. Known as the “Sparkling City by the Sea,” Corpus Christi boasts 113 miles of pristine Gulf Coast beaches, making it a paradise for water sports enthusiasts, anglers, and beach lovers. The city’s year‑round warm climate and laid‑back atmosphere create the perfect environment for outdoor adventures, from kiteboarding on the bay to exploring Padre Island National Seashore, the longest undeveloped barrier island in the world.

Beyond the beaches, Corpus Christi offers a vibrant cultural scene with the Texas State Aquarium, USS Lexington Museum, and a thriving downtown arts district. The city’s affordable cost of living, no state income tax, and growing economy make it an attractive place to build both your career and your life. With San Antonio just two hours away and the Rio Grande Valley within easy reach, you’ll have access to diverse experiences while calling one of Texas’s most beautiful coastal cities home.

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