MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - KSLA

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 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group, with 46 markets, and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies and 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.

KSLA News 12 is the aggressive, National Edward R. Murrow Award-winning CBS affiliate serving the region known as the ArkLaTex. The station is the market’s leader in timely and accurate reporting of breaking news, investigative journalism, award-winning storytelling, and First Alert Weather. KSLA News 12 serves its community on all on-air, digital, and mobile platforms, embracing the innovation of the industry. In the center of the ArkLaTex is the Shreveport/Bossier City metroplex where the best of Louisiana, Texas, and Arkansas culture is combined to create a vibrant and comfortable lifestyle.

Are you a relentless newsgatherer who lives for the thrill of a breaking story? Do you believe that great storytelling isn’t just about what happens on a TV screen, but how it connects with people on their phones, social feeds, and streaming devices? We’re looking for a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) at KSLA News 12 who can do it all—find the story, shoot the video, and deliver a confident live report that stops the scroll. If you’re ready to be a community-centered storyteller who prioritizes the audience over the newscast clock, we want to talk to you.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

What You'll Do:
• Own the story: Develop deep community roots and pitch original, enterprise stories daily that explore the real impact on local lives.
• Master the craft: Schedule interviews, shoot high-quality video, and edit compelling content that you tailor to a 65-inch TV and a smartphone.
• Lead with digital: Share verified updates, photos, and video from the field immediately—because our audience doesn't expect information on a scheduled timer.
• Deliver dynamic live reports: Bring energy and authority to your live hits, whether you’re standing on a street corner during breaking news or walking through a feature story.
• Write for every platform: Craft "web-native" stories with search-friendly headlines and local context that drive engagement across all digital channels.
• Engage your audience: Create platform-specific content like vertical video for social media and standalone clips for YouTube to meet our viewers where they are.
• Collaborate and innovate: Work closely with producers and digital teams to tailor content for different audiences while using analytics to help guide your storytelling.

Qualifications/Requirements:

What You Bring:
• A storyteller’s soul: You have a knack for finding the "human" element in every story and the technical skills to bring it to life visually.
• Multi-platform experience: You’ve spent at least two years (preferred) reporting, shooting, and editing in a fast-paced environment.
• Digital-first mindset: You understand that "news" happens 24/7 and you’re comfortable going live on social or streaming platforms at a moment’s notice.
• Confident communication: You’re a strong writer and an even stronger live reporter who remains calm and clear under pressure.
• Resourcefulness: You’re a "scrappy" newsgatherer who knows how to develop sources and verify information independently.
• Adaptability: You can pivot quickly when a story changes, manage your time like a pro, and you’re ready to work the shifts the news cycle demands (including weekends and holidays).
• Bilingual skills (Bonus!): If you can communicate effectively in both English and Spanish, that’s a huge plus for our community.
• The right foundation: A college degree in journalism or a related field is what we’re looking for.

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", " and upload your resume, cover letter, and references

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