Multimedia Journalist - Wgem

Multimedia Journalist

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 46 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 Power Nation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

$39,000 - $42,000/yr (based on experience)

Tues.

- Sat. ( 10:00 am - 7:00 pm)

Full-Time

WGEM is looking for a multimedia journalist to join our Emmy Award-winning news team. We are seeking qualified candidates who have a passion for storytelling and news gathering, with a strong understanding of how news is delivered on multiple platforms. You will shoot, write, and edit content for our digital and broadcast platforms. During newscasts, you may be teamed with a photojournalist for active LIVE storytelling.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

- Shooting, writing, and editing daily content for newscasts, web, and social media.

- Enterprise story ideas and build local contacts.

- Perform other duties necessary to assist the newsroom as assigned by management.

- Present information in a fair, unbiased manner, ensuring the information is accurate and of interest to viewers.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in journalism, communications, or related field.

- Experience with news and video editing software is a benefit.

- A valid driver's license is a must.

- Solid technical and computer skills, and understanding of how content is turned on multiple media platforms.

- Ability to handle moderate stress regularly, meet daily and long-range deadlines, and work well with others in a team atmosphere