Sports Multimedia Journalist

Sports Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) -

WTVA, Tupelo

Are you a visual storyteller who lives for the Friday night lights and the roar of an SEC

Saturday? We’re looking for a high-energy, creative and focused Sports Multimedia Journalist

to join our expanding sports team at WTVA in beautiful Northeast Mississippi. This isn't just a

job—it’s a front-row seat in the heart of SEC country. With Ole Miss and Mississippi State in our

backyard, we don't just cover sports; we own the conversation. If you’re a sports junkie who isn’t

afraid to get your hands dirty to tell amazing stories, we want to talk to you.

What You'll Do

 Own the game: Pitch, shoot, write, and edit compelling sports content daily for

broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.

 Report where it happens: Go live from the sidelines, the locker room, or the field,

delivering urgent and authentic coverage from the heart of the action.

 Command the desk: Step into the studio to anchor sports segments and newscasts with

authority, energy, and a deep knowledge of the local sports landscape.

 Lead with digital: Think "digital-first" by breaking scores, highlights, and recruiting

news on our app and social media before the whistle even blows.

 Cover the best: Provide top-tier coverage of everything from high school powerhouses

to SEC giants like Ole Miss and Mississippi State.

 Build your roster: Develop deep contacts with coaches, players, and athletic directors to

uncover the stories no one else is telling.

 Connect with Northeast Mississippi: Engage with our passionate fanbases where they

live—on our digital platforms, social media, or face-to-face at the stadium.

 Collaborate for impact: Work as a team player within our expanding sports department

to ensure our coverage is fast, fair, and the best in the market.

What You Bring

 The Credentials: A four-year degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

 Sports Junkie Mindset: A deep passion for sports and the ability to tell the human story

behind the box score.

 On-Air Presence: Confidence and charisma both in the field and behind the anchor desk.

 Storytelling Chops: Excellent writing and communication skills with a knack for

conversational, high-impact scripts.

 Technical Agility: Comfort operating multimedia equipment and non-linear editing

software (we’ll coach you, but you’ve got to be ready to hit the ground running!).

 A "Team-First" Attitude: You’re a great newsroom citizen who values collaboration

over ego and isn't afraid of the hard work sports coverage demands.

 Coachability: You have a thick skin and a growth mindset—you welcome constructive

criticism and use it to level up your game.

 Digital Fluency: You live and breathe social media and understand how to spark

engagement with fans in real-time.

Why You'll Love It Here

 The Location: Live in the heart of SEC country in beautiful Northeast Mississippi with

Ole Miss and Mississippi State in your backyard. If you're looking for big city vibes,

Memphis, Birmingham, and Nashville are all just a quick road trip away!

 Sports Excellence: Join a team that does sports well and is actively expanding. You’ll

have the platform to cover high-stakes college and high school athletics every single day.

 Real Impact: We don't just report scores; we tell stories that celebrate our communities

and the athletes who inspire them.

 Growth Culture: We are a newsroom that values coaching and mentorship. You won't

just be a reporter; you'll be a partner in our success.

Ready to join the best sports team in Northeast Mississippi? Let’s create something

amazing together.

Qualifications/Requirements:

A four-year degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.

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)

WTVA-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.