HNN SPORTS MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - KHNL

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.

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

Salary/Wage:

$50,000 - $60,000/yr.

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. (or at Manager's Discretion)

Job Type:

Full-Time

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Job Summary/Description:

Hawaii News Now is expanding its commitment to sports storytelling, live coverage, and original programming. We are seeking a creative, highly motivated HNN Sports Multimedia Journalist to help bring those stories to life.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Shoot, edit, and produce compelling sports storytelling content for HNN Sports across multiple platforms
• Help create ancillary programming surrounding HNN Sports productions, including coach and athlete features, practice coverage, fan experience stories, game previews and recaps, behind-the-scenes content, and original storytelling projects
• Produce content supporting long-form and recurring HNN Sports programming initiatives
• Capture high-quality video, sound, interviews, and visual storytelling elements in fast-paced sports environments
• Edit content for broadcast, streaming, digital, and social media distribution
• Work collaboratively with producers, photographers, talent, editors, and sports leadership to execute storytelling priorities
• Help identify and pitch compelling story ideas that deepen fan connection and showcase the people, culture, and experiences surrounding sports in Hawaiʻi
• Occasionally appear on camera for reporting, hosting, interviews, or storytelling support as needed
• Assist with game day and sports production support when appropriate
• Work nights, weekends, holidays, and non-traditional schedules aligned with sports coverage
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including contributing to Hawaii News Now news coverage, special projects, and broader station initiatives as business needs evolve

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Experience shooting and editing video in television, sports media, digital content, documentary, or related storytelling environments
• Strong editing skills with the ability to craft compelling visual stories and emotional narratives
• Strong nonlinear editing experience preferred, including the ability to edit efficiently under a deadline in a fast-paced content environment
• Experience operating professional cameras, lighting, and audio equipment
• Passion for sports storytelling and strong instincts for finding meaningful content beyond the final score
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments
• Strong organizational skills, time management, and ability to meet deadlines
• Prior on-air experience helpful but not required
• Experience in sports production, feature storytelling, social video, or multimedia journalism preferred
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on sports schedules

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people,  go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KHNL-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.