MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST/REPORTER - WCTV (Tallahassee)

About Gray Media

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 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with 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.

About WCTV

WCTV Eyewitness News, the dominant #1 station in North Florida & South Georgia. Tallahassee is a vibrant city with lots to offer. With a major university and state government, there's always something going on. Some of the most desirable beaches are just about an hour away. Here, you'll travel up and down hilly canopy roads, lined with Live Oaks and Spanish moss. Tallahassee is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous trails nearby.

Job Summary/Description

We are looking for an MMJ/Reporter storyteller who enjoys pitching, gathering, writing, and shooting his or her own stories, and thrives on live shots. The right candidate will be a newsroom leader, helping establish visual and storytelling best practices in a Digital First environment. Our newsroom is focused on delivering emotionally centered stories driven by memorable characters and video. You should value community relationships, allowing you to make the pitch before the news release. Our next MMJ will have a demonstrated track record of developing strong sources. We believe strong sources result in strong pitches.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Generating story ideas and building local contacts.
• Selling, writing, editing, and streaming daily content for newscasts and digital platforms.
• Demonstrated track record of compelling live reporting, including breaking, planned, and feature coverage.
• Operating portable live unit and conducting live shots from the field.
• Performing other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications/Requirements

• 1+ years as an MMJ in a television newsroom
• BS/BA in journalism or communications, computer literacy, including newsroom computer systems
• Knowledge of North Florida, South Georgia communities, issues, and coverage opportunities
• A valid driver's license, good driving record, and proof of insurability
• Experience in a commercial newsroom