MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST/REPORTER - KHNL Job at Gray Television in Honolulu

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 such markets measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

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

$50,000 - $70,000/yr.

Shift and Schedule
Mon. - Fri. (or at Manager's Discretion)

Job Type
Full-Time

Job Summary
Are you a storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced environment? HNN is looking for a motivated Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join our award-winning team. This is a rewarding opportunity to report on Hawaii's stories for a statewide television station with a global digital footprint.

We are looking for someone who digs, develops contacts, and embraces all aspects of the storytelling process - shooting, writing, editing, presenting on camera, and online. We understand the demands of the job. In this role, you would primarily shoot and edit your own daily stories, but all of our MMJs work with photographers for live shots. Hawaii News Now has a team of veteran photographers who are here to help with live shots and challenging shoots, and to provide guidance and support when needed.

Duties/Responsibilities

Develop and pitch unique stories daily

Shoot, write, edit, and present compelling stories, either solo or in collaboration with a photographer

Optimize story presentation for each Hawaii News Now platform

Qualifications/Requirements

Strong writing skills and editorial judgment

Ability to shoot and edit on deadline

Strong understanding of digital and social platforms

Clean Driving Record

Four-year college degree preferred

KHNL-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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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