MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST/REPORTER - WMTV

About Gray Television:

Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About WMTV:

Our next MMJ/Reporter will love to be live and cover everything from breaking news, to issue-based stories and features with ease. You must be able to mine for content and develop sources and original storytelling. If you wait for the news to come to you, this is not the job for you. You will be expected to find the impactful stories behind press releases. There is no room in this newsroom for bad attitudes or people who rely on the Assignment Desk for story ideas. The ideal candidate will possess versatility, speed and accuracy when it comes to gathering and verifying facts, shooting and editing video, and writing. You must have exceptional reporting skills, live delivery, and be able to think through how to best tell your story visually. NBC15 is a multi-platform organization and qualified candidates will excel in traditional television storytelling, as well as digital innovation. Previous experience is preferred.

WMTV - Madison, WIL - https://youtu.be/p-5kLaQWyBw

Job Summary/Description:

South central Wisconsin’s #1 news station, WMTV, has an immediate opening for a multi-media journalist (MMJ/Reporter).  The top candidate will be a dynamic, high-level storyteller who delivers every day. We work hard and take pride in getting it right. WMTV was recently honored with back-to-back “News Operation of the Year” awards in 2020 and 2019 by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association.

Join our award-winning team and live, work and play in a community that is consistently named one of the best places to live in America. Madison is Wisconsin’s state capital and home to a Big Ten university. We are just 1.5 hours from Milwaukee, 2.5 hours from Chicago and 5 hours from Minneapolis/St. Paul. 

Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:

• Write and quickly post copy daily on all digital platforms as new information is learned. This includes producing content for NBC15.com, social media, our news app, OTT and within our television newscasts. 
• Execute a daily digital plan tailored to your assignment and long-term projects. This includes posting to social media throughout your shift, identifying opportunities for live streaming on our website and Facebook, and getting breaking news, live and user-generated content to our News Now Desk. 
• Understand our DMA, key target audiences and where they live.
• Develop sources within the community to gain unique, “Only On” insight and reports on important and impactful issues.
• Pitch at least two, leadable and/or original story ideas daily.
• Strong research skills, ability to employ critical thinking skills to dig and go “beyond the press release” and/or confirm incoming news tips via email or social media.
• Work with a sense of immediacy independently and as a team while exhibiting sounds news judgement and ethics.
• Potential and drive to fill-in anchor, when needed.
• Must have the ability to reflect on your work and apply feedback.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum two years of newsroom experience, preferred. A college degree in journalism or a related field, a must.
• A strong candidate will have an established and responsible presence on digital platforms, including station website, social media and OTT.
• Understanding of and adherence to AP Style on digital platforms and broadcast writing for television.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), proven news judgement, ethics and integrity.
• Strong work ethic, organizational and leadership skills. Must be able to work quickly, make deadlines, multi-task and show composure, especially during breaking news.
• Ability to work long hours/overtime, weekends, and overnights as needed for breaking news and specialized coverage.
• Must be able to carry 35+ pounds of gear and be experienced in shooting and editing unique content.
• Good driving record

◘ If you feel you’re qualified, want to work with a great group of people, please apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings search for station call letters and attach your resume

Additional Info:

Gray Television 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 Television 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 Television 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.