KXII 12 News is seeking a multimedia journalist to help bring the stories that matter to Texomans into their homes and onto our digital platforms from our main Sherman, TX newsroom. This is a full-time, on-air news reporting position working directly under the news director and anchors with producers. You’ll learn the ropes from an experienced, award-winning news team, and tell stories that air in the market’s top-rated newscasts, as well as contribute your material onto our digital platforms.  General responsibilities include:

– Write, shoot, and edit stories on your own for daily newscasts, website and social platforms

 – Post and regularly update stories and other material on our digital properties

– Use social media sites, including Facebook, to report stories and interact with viewers

 – Research, gather, & provide information in the most accurate, appealing, timely & creative way using all resources

 – Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments

 – Participate in story selection process through meetings, and contribute story ideas daily

 – Demonstrate sound news judgment, collaborate with others to present the story in the best way

 – Ability to travel for assignments, as needed

 – Ability to lift 35-40 lbs of gear

 – Recognize that he/she is a high-profile representative of our news organization in the community and conduct himself/herself in a professional and cordial manner

 – Perform other duties as assigned

– Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

Qualifications for this position include:

– Ability to shoot and edit video, write scripts, and effectively communicate live on-air. **PLEASE INCLUDE LINK TO DEMO REEL** – Flexibility in scheduling to respond to the changing news landscape – A degree in journalism or related field, or equivalent professional experience. – Familiarity with non-linear editing, TVU, JVC ENG, social media. – Valid Driver’s License with good driving record. Employment is contingent on a pre-employment motor vehicle background check.

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, cover letter, and references

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST – KXII (Main Station) | Gray Media

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