MultiMedia Journalist

KRQE Media Group in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is seeking a talented and driven Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join our award-winning newsroom team. The MMJ produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits, and delivers news content across all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to our audience. This role is ideal for a passionate storyteller who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is committed to delivering accurate, compelling, and impactful journalism. As a valued member of the KRQE newsroom, the successful candidate will help create exceptional content while contributing to a collaborative, supportive, and high‑performing workplace culture. We are looking for a team player who embraces innovation, values community connections, and is eager to grow professionally alongside talented colleagues dedicated to serving New Mexico.

Responsibilities

Reports news stories for broadcast, 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

Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details

Determines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly

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

Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions

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

Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas

Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions

Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts

Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements

Shoots and edits news events and news reports

Produces and presents reports for all platforms

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

Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms

Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites

Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills

Broadcast Journalism degree, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

Fluency in English

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

Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting

Superior on‑air presence

Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

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

Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

Flexibility to work any shift

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