What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multi-Media Journalist position at News-Press & Gazette Company?
Are you a recent journalism graduate looking to launch your career in a newsroom where your work truly matters? The St. Joseph News-Press and News-PressNOW are seeking motivated early-career journalists who are ready to build real, hands-on experience in a mid-size Midwest community with a long tradition of trusted, high-quality reporting.
Located just 40 miles north of Kansas City, News-PressNOW and the St. Joseph News-Press serve as the region’s leading sources of local news—across print, digital, and multimedia platforms. Our reporters contribute to the award-winning St. Joseph News-Press, the area’s largest and most established newspaper, as well as newspressnow.com, the most widely used news website in Northwest Missouri.
At the St. Joseph News-Press, we’ve spent more than 170 years delivering credible, community-centered journalism. We remain deeply committed to accuracy, fairness, and meaningful storytelling—and we are looking for the next generation of journalists who share those values.
Our newsroom provides full training on all the tools of today’s multimedia environment, from leading-edge software to modern field equipment, helping every reporter grow into a well-rounded Multi-Media Journalist. As you gain experience, you’ll build skills across print, digital, video, and audience engagement—working in a collaborative newsroom that values integrity and community trust.
Upcoming openings include versatile reporters who can handle general assignments, daily news, and enterprise features with a multimedia mindset. Successful candidates will demonstrate curiosity, strong news judgment, and a desire to deliver journalism that reflects and serves the people of St. Joseph and the Midland Empire.
Responsibilities Include:
- Demonstrated commitment to journalism and multimedia news reporting
- Strong understanding of journalism ethics, press law, and the competitive nature of daily reporting
- Ability to report, write, and produce stories on deadline across platforms
Requirements Include:
- BS/BA in Journalism, Digital Media, Interactive/Converged Media, or a related field
- Proficiency with general productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong news judgment and understanding of potential legal liabilities
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, sources, and community members
- Residency within the St. Joseph DMA (a long-term interest in living and working in the Midwest is highly preferred)
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and insured vehicle
- Successful completion of drug screening and background check
What We Offer:
- Competitive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) with match, and PTO
- Strong starting salary with annual performance-based increases
- Ongoing professional development and newsroom mentorship
- A multi-generation, family-owned media organization with deep roots in the community
- Clear opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization
- A collaborative, supportive work environment with a team of journalists who take pride in their craft
Location:
The position is based in St. Joseph, Missouri, a historic and vibrant community with quick access to Kansas City. This is a primarily in-office role with a five-day work schedule determined upon hire.
If you're ready to begin your career in a newsroom that values high-quality journalism and community service, News-PressNOW and the St. Joseph News-Press may be the perfect place to start your journey.
St. Joseph News-Press is an EOE