MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - KFYR/KMOT
Gray Media is a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets. The portfolio includes 117 full-power television markets reaching approximately 37% of U.S. television households, with 80 markets featuring the top-rated station and 100 markets with the first- or second-highest-rated station. Gray Media also owns the largest Telemundo Affiliate group, Gray Digital Media, video production companies (Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, PowerNation Studios), and studio production facilities (Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios).
KMOT-TV is the NBC affiliate in Minot, North Dakota, delivering the only locally broadcast 6 and 10 p.m. newscasts in North Central North Dakota. The station offers a hands-on learning experience where journalists shoot, write, and edit their own material while receiving coaching from veteran journalists. Viewers rely on KMOT’s team for quick, fair, and accurate news coverage across all platforms.
About the role
KMOT has an opportunity for a multimedia journalist. While experience is preferred, it is not required. Candidates must be eager to learn all aspects of television news, including writing, producing, videography, editing, and anchoring.
Responsibilities
- Write, shoot, and edit stories
- Use social media to enhance reporting
- Research story ideas and plan ahead
- Assist with producing as needed
- Participate in editorial meetings
- Fill-in anchoring opportunities based on interest and ability
- Maintain a flexible schedule for breaking news coverage
- Represent the station at public events
Requirements
- Degree in Communications, Broadcast Journalism, or equivalent (preferred)
- Ability to carry 20–30 lbs. of equipment
- Knowledge of social media tools for news coverage (e.g., Facebook Live, Twitter)
- Strong interest in news and current events
- Ability to collaborate effectively with team members
Gray Media is a drug-free company and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.