Local Sports Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
WLKY is looking for a Sports Multimedia Journalist who can generate story ideas, and convey those stories in a compelling visual way on all platforms. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who understands the pace of a deadline-driven digital-first newsroom and is dedicated to impactful local sports coverage. The ideal Sports Multimedia Journalist must be able to shoot, write and edit all content for social, digital and on-air. The right candidate loves telling compelling stories and has a positive team attitude. This person will focus on generating high school sports content, but also cover local college teams. This position is our primary sports photographer, will turn stories daily and fill-in sports anchor on the weekends and holidays. You must be flexible with your schedule, because certain sporting events throughout the year will require it to change.
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Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
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