What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multimedia Journalist position at Morgan Murphy Media?
WKBT, News 8 Now is looking for an experienced Multimedia Journalist to join our award-winning newsroom and continue our tradition of excellence across media platforms. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a proven ability to find, create and deliver engaging news content across platforms. We’re looking for someone who can own the big story each day, whether working as a team with one of our award-winning photojournalists, or individually, shooting, writing and editing stories for daily newscasts as well as our digital and social audiences.
What You’ll Do
Morgan Murphy Media is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our employees and our communities.
What You’ll Do
- Collaborate with newscast producers, assignment editors, and anchors to produce dynamic, local news content for live television broadcast and digital platforms.
- Create long-form, special reports aimed at digital audiences and key television viewers.
- Participate in editorial discussions and contribute coverage ideas to the daily news planner.
- Develop a key understanding of the La Crosse/Eau Claire DMA and build relationships with newsmakers, politicians, and residents.
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including excellent news writing and visual storytelling.
- Demonstrated proficiency with digital video cameras, commercial video editing software, and social media platforms.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays if needed.
- Ability to lift 30 lbs. of gear and to sit, walk, or stand for long periods of time.
- Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
Morgan Murphy Media is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our employees and our communities.