Multimedia Journalist
Multimedia Journalist
Job Overview: Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
ABOUT WLBT WLBT-TV is the #1 rated local TV broadcast and digital media in Central Mississippi. We are the dominant NBC Affiliate that consistently produces award-winning local news coverage. Jackson, MS is market #92 with a 24-county DMA. Jackson, MS is Mississippi's largest TV DMA, serving as the state capital, with several local universities, and home to the largest medical facilities in the state, including the prestigious University of Mississippi Medical School. Jackson is located within a short drive from beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, New Orleans, Memphis, Birmingham, Nashville, Dallas, and Atlanta. If you love SEC sports, we have four schools (Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Alabama, and LSU) less than three hours away. And Saints, Pelicans, and Grizzlies fans are an easy three-hour drive from NOLA and Memphis. The Jackson metro is the economic hub of Mississippi and a great place to work, live, and raise a family.
JOB SUMMARY WLBT in Jackson, Mississippi, is looking for a curious thinker who wants to tell thoughtful stories. If you have an investigative mind and would enjoy working for the largest media organization in the state, we encourage you to apply for this Multi-Media Journalist position.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): - Pitch thoughtful, impactful stories daily - Shoot, write, and edit stories for on-air and digital platforms - Present engaging live shots - Required to be knowledgeable about current events and issues - Required to be knowledgeable about civic and legal processes
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS - College degree or equivalent military/work experience in a journalism, communications, or political science-related field - Television newsroom experience is preferred
Please apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings and attach resume.
Additional Info Gray Television 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 Television 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 Television 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.
Vacancy Type: Full Time Date Posted: 08/13/2025
Closing Date: 11/13/2025 City: Jackson – 39201
State: Mississippi