Multi-Media Journalist Job at WCBI, Columbus, MS

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  • WCBI
  • Columbus, MS

Job Description

WCBI-TV has an immediate opening for a full-time Reporter/Multimedia Journalist.

We want someone ready to learn how to tell a story and learn why journalism matters to our
community. Our next MMJ will be creative, self-starting, ready to learn, and be a positive
newsroom leader.

We want someone who can tell a story by writing to their video and using sound to enhance the
quality of their story-telling ability.

Our candidate will need to have a can-do, positive attitude, work independently, meet deadlines,
and be willing to learn through critiques.

WCBI’s next multi-media journalist will also be active on social media and generate content for
our award-winning website.

This is a great market to begin your career. In north Mississippi and west Alabama, you will
cover every type of weather event, sporting events, and impactful community-based stories.

Columbus, Mississippi is a short drive from major cities. You can get anywhere from here and
that’s where we help our reporters go.

Education:

Degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field.

Ideal Qualifications:
• Must be able to shoot and edit independently.
• Be responsible for and execute live shots.
• Provide story ideas during editorial meetings for stories that can be turned that day.
• Write and post multiple stories for broadcast as well as WCBI’s multimedia platforms.
• Manage time effectively to meet daily deadlines.
• Knowledge of ENPS.
• Available to work required schedule which may include nights, weekends, holidays, and
overtime as needed.
• Must meet professional appearance standards as prescribed by company policy.
• Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation and able to pick-up/transport
station equipment.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Punctual and able to communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Be courteous.
• Be respectful of station property and the property of co-workers.
• Keep work area organized.
• Attend station meetings that encourage career advancements/communication (consultant
visits, staff meetings, etc.) and other duties as assigned. • Be willing to learn and complete multiple roles.
HOW TO APPLY:

Please send links to reels and resume to [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you.

Joey Barnes
News Director, WCBI-TV

(NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE)

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Immediate start, Night shift,

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