Multimedia Journalist (Pocatello)

KIFI Local News 8 and KIDK Eyewitness News 3 is seeking a full-time Multimedia Journalist in Pocatello to help grow the station’s news products while growing their career.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate how they can shoot, write, edit and present compelling content for on-air and online channels. This person needs to be a self-starter who is aggressive in getting important and relevant stories for our viewers. This person should also be comfortable being in front of the camera as we expect live reports daily.

The job requires you to write, shoot and edit your own reports. You would also be responsible to dig for information in the courthouse, the police station, or a local government office. You will also create and update stories for our highly visited website.
You will work with some of the highest digital technology in the market, including Sony XDCAM HD cameras, HD editors, ENPS and three live trucks.
Candidates should have a four-year degree in communications, journalism or a similar field. They must also have experience in reporting news either from a professional broadcast news station or a college or university news training program.

KIFI/KIDK has a reputation of sending high-quality anchors and reporters to top 50 markets, including Salt Lake City, Denver, and Minneapolis.

Candidate must pass a background check, MVR check and drug screening.

For consideration, please submit cover letter, with resume, and reel/link, to: curtis.jackson@npgco.com

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KIFI/KIDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer.