MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WEEK-TV

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WEEK-TV

Gray Television

East Peoria, IL • On-site

$18.91 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Gray Television rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 64 rated media


Job description

About Gray Media:
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's 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

Salary/Wage:
$18.91 - $25.00/hr. (DOE)
Shift and Schedule:
Mon. - Fri. (or at Manager's Discretion)
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Summary/Description:
Our award-winning duopoly WEEK- NBC & ABC is looking for a Multimedia Journalist who will consistently pitch lead story ideas and showcase their work on multiple platforms every day. You will produce stories for our newscasts, but also provide content for online, mobile platforms, and social media sites.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Must report breaking news with urgency, impact, and deliver quality reporting in high-pressure deadline situations
- Pitch viable, developed story ideas
- Develop and cultivate sources
- Shoot, write, and edit a minimum of one package and one vosot per shift
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field, preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including excellent news writing and visual storytelling ability
- Familiarity with digital video cameras, non-linear editing, and Social Media platforms
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and possibly holidays
- Valid Driver's License
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WEEK-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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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Multimedia Journalist?

A: To succeed as a Multimedia Journalist, one must possess core technical skills such as proficiency in video and audio editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro), proficiency in writing and storytelling, and knowledge of social media platforms for content distribution. Additionally, successful Multimedia Journalists often exhibit soft skills like strong research and interviewing skills, adaptability in a fast-paced news environment, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. These technical and soft skills enable Multimedia Journalists to effectively gather, produce, and disseminate engaging content, ultimately supporting their career growth and effectiveness in the role.

Q: What is the career path for a Multimedia Journalist?

A: A Multimedia Journalist's career path typically begins with entry-level roles such as a News Assistant or Junior Reporter, where they develop fundamental reporting and storytelling skills. As they gain experience, they progress to mid-level positions like a Reporter or News Producer, where they hone their storytelling abilities, learn to work under tight deadlines, and develop expertise in multimedia content creation. Senior roles, such as a Senior Producer or Executive Producer, offer opportunities for leadership, strategic planning, and mentoring, while also allowing for specialization in areas like investigative journalism, documentary filmmaking, or digital media management.



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