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Who We Are
KSL is Utah’s leading local news source across digital and broadcast platforms, delivering trusted, award‑winning journalism through KSL.com, KSL‑TV, and KSL NewsRadio. We provide in‑depth local reporting, investigative journalism, and up‑to‑the‑minute coverage that serves communities across the state. Committed to being a trusted voice of light and knowledge, KSL helps Utahns stay informed, connected, and engaged with the issues that matter most.
POSITION OVERVIEW: KSL TV 5 is seeking a knowledgeable, engaging Multimedia Journalist with skills including reporting, shooting, and editing. The MMJ will enterprise news stories for live-broadcast and our digital platforms. The ideal candidate will produce engaging and demonstrative live shots, conduct in-depth interviews and craft creative copy for broadcast, digital platforms and social media.
This is an onsite role that requires the employee to regularly work at Utah locations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Daily news reporting
- Shoot, produce and edit news stories from various sources as assigned.
- Contribute to news coverage by pitching or enterprising potential stories, with a priority given to stories.
- Write copy for on-air quickly, clearly and accurately
- Cultivate and maintain news sources
- Present news in a concise, conversational and accurate manner on-air
- Update / rewrite story scripts for online publication
- Effectively and appropriately use social media to present stories via all available media channels.
- Perform other related duties as assigned, including producing daily midday newscasts or fill in assignments on a case by case basis.
- Work in compliance with Company policies and procedures.
- Work effectively in a team environment and maintain a positive and cooperative rapport with staff, management, and clients.
- Consistently work hours required. Work more when required to meet deadlines, including weekends, holidays, and evenings.
- Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.
- Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays under deadlines
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Minimum three (3) years of commercial TV broadcast journalism/reporting experience or equivalent.
- Experienced in videography and editing.
- College degree in journalism, communications, related field, or equivalent experience.
- Ability to work with moderate supervision, confidential information and be a self-starter.
- Capable and willing to resolve unexpected problems and be flexible to perform unscheduled assignments.
- A high level of proficiency with computers, software and new technologies.
- Ability to handle high stress environment and meet deadlines.
- Highly familiar with the benefits and shortcomings of all types of media including, but not limited to “heritage” media as well as all types of current and emerging social and digital media.
- Maintain a valid driver's license and proven ability to safely drive personal vehicle without exposing company to serious liability risks.
- Possess excellent oral, written, presentation and interpersonal skills.
COMPENSATION:
Salary to be determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, evaluation of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant along with internal equity and alignment with market data.
What We Offer You: Check Out Our KSL Benefits!
Employees at KSL can enjoy a broad offering of benefits, including:
- Robust, affordable medical, dental and vision coverage with no wait period for enrollment
- Paid leave for new parents under our Medical Maternity and Parental Leave policies
- Opportunities to apply for tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off for vacation and sick leave in addition to paid company holidays
- 401(k) with Company match, fully vested from day one
- Paid time off for volunteering
- Employer-funded retirement account, fully vested from day one
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- Access to an entire team of free financial planners
- Matches on contributions to charitable organizations after one year of service
- Continuous growth and development opportunities
- Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, having fun, and collaboration
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Lift, move and carry up to 20 pounds on occasion.
- Ability to extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction with good eye and hand coordination.
- Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hand, and/or fingers.
- Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication.
- Ability to sit/stand for long periods of time.
KSL is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.
