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Multiskilled Journalist

WATN WLMT-TV MemphisFull-time2026-10-07 → 2026-11-10

Core

Multi-skilled journalist creating unique, memorable stories with photography and editing for local news across web, mobile, and TV platforms.

Role type

Multi-skilled journalist (video, photo, writing, editing)

Builds

On-air and online news content, graphics, and digital stories for local communities

Domain

Local news media

Required skills

Live reporting, story development, source mining, writing, video production, photojournalism, social media content creation, graphics usage, deadline management

Preferred skills

ENPS, EDIUS, Axis graphics, Memphis local knowledge, 1-3 years reporting experience

Technologies

ENPS, EDIUS, Axis graphics, social media tools, digital research tools

Responsibilities

Perform live shots in developing or breaking news situations, develop story ideas, mine community for sources, write and produce stories within frameworks, research facts and credibility, maintain sources, shoot/write/produce/edit on-air and online content, use creative production techniques like graphics and viewer pictures, use social media for research and distribution, attend editorial meetings, write captivating copy

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC