Weather/Climate Multimedia Journalist, KRIS

Job description

KRIS, the E.W. Scripps NBC affiliate in Corpus Christi, Texas, is seeking a Weather-Focused Multimedia Journalist who will bring weather stories to life while serving as a versatile fill-in for our weather team. This unique role combines traditional MMJ responsibilities with specialized weather coverage, making you an essential part of our newsroom's ability to keep the Coastal Bend informed about the weather conditions that matter most to our community. WHAT YOU'LL DO: - Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas - Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research - Organize material, determine slant or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards - Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories - Edit, or assists in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms - Appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration - Give live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit - Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned - Assist news producer in preparing newscast - Assist online staff in prepari...