KVII/KVIH is looking for a Multi-Media Journalist with a starting salary of $50,000 ($24.04/hr)!
We are seeking a driven, curious, and community-minded journalist who understands that advocacy journalism is not a side project for us — it is who we are.
This position is for someone who wants to do more than cover the news of the day. We are looking for a storyteller who is committed to asking tough questions, holding the powerful accountable, giving a voice to the voiceless, and following stories until they lead to answers, action, or change. Our best journalism identifies problems in the communities we serve and pushes for solutions.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can enterprise impactful local stories, develop strong sources, shoot and edit compelling video, and write clearly for broadcast and digital platforms. You should be comfortable working independently, turning daily content under deadline, and digging deeper when a story demands more context, follow-up, or accountability.
Responsibilities include:
- Covering daily news, breaking news, and enterprise stories across the Texas Panhandle and surrounding communities
- Pitching and producing advocacy-focused stories that identify community concerns, expose problems, and seek meaningful responses
- Shooting, writing, editing, and presenting stories for television, digital, and social platforms
- Developing sources and building trust with viewers, community members, and local leaders
- Following up on stories to make sure questions are answered and concerns are not forgotten
- Using social media and digital tools to find stories, engage audiences, and expand the reach of our journalism
Required skills and qualifications:
- Strong writing, storytelling, and news judgment
- Ability to shoot and edit video
- Comfortable reporting live and working under deadline pressure
- A commitment to accuracy, fairness, and ethical journalism
- A passion for local news and serving the community
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- A valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Previous newsroom experience or a journalism degree is preferred, but we are most interested in candidates who are hungry to learn, eager to grow, and committed to making a difference through their reporting.
Advocacy journalism is central to our mission. We believe local journalism should help people, demand accountability, and shine a light on issues that matter. We are looking for an MMJ who shares that purpose and wants their work to have impact.
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About UsSinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.About the TeamThe life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.Skills Required
- Strong writing, storytelling, and news judgment
- Ability to shoot and edit video
- Comfort reporting live and working under deadline pressure
- Commitment to accuracy, fairness, and ethical journalism
- Passion for local news and serving the community
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Online demo reel link included with application
- Previous newsroom experience
- Journalism degree
What We Do
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides sales services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all the major networks. In addition, Sinclair is the leading local news provider in the country, as well as a producer of sports content. Sinclair owns a multicast network, four radio stations and a cable network. Sinclair’s broadcast content is delivered via multiple-platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and digital platforms. Sinclair, either directly or through its venture subsidiaries, makes equity investments in strategic companies. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. was founded in 1986, went public in 1995 and is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol SBGI. Throughout our history, Sinclair Broadcast Group has been at the forefront of industry-changing events and technological advances. Our vision and first-to-market mentality drives our ‘next generation’ thinking; stimulating conversations, innovating through our expertise, and advocating for the development of technology and evolving business models. As a leading over-the-air broadcast television company, our primary business is to engage consumers on multiple platforms with relevant and compelling news, entertainment and sports content, and to provide advertisers and business efficient means and value to connect with our mass audiences. We recognize the vital role broadcast television plays in branding and local content delivery, and therefore strive to constantly be at the forefront of leading edge technology and structures to advance the industry.
