Part-time Reporter /Multi Media Journalist

KSNT 27 News in Topeka, Kansas has an immediate opening for a journalist to join our team as a part-time Multimedia Journalist Reporter. The MMJ produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

JOB DUTIES:

Reports news stories for all station platforms, digital and linear, describing the background and details of events

Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories

Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines

Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information

Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community

Operates newsroom computer systems, editing and camera equipment

Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality

Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS:

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required

Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Promote teamwork and maintain attitude of cooperation with all station personnel

Must be fluent in English

Flexibility to work changing shifts as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT/MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

High stress environment with deadline pressures

Travel will be required on a regular basis

Position requires the transport of equipment weighing up to 60 lbs

Position often requires work in extreme outdoor temperatures

A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required

Provide resume and digital reel when applying.