Multimedia Journalist, KATC
News writer job in Lafayette, LA
KATC, the E.W. Scripps ABC affiliate in Lafayette, Louisiana, is seeking a talented and driven Multimedia Journalist to join our dynamic and award-winning news team. Blend your work life with a vibrant, inviting culture that's full of fun and history. This is your opportunity to tell the stories that matter most to Acadiana while being part of a team that values excellence and community connection.
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 preparing for multi media stories
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
* BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
* Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
* Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems
* Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred
* Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
* Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment
* Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
* Proficient at posting content to various websites
* Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
* Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
* Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits
WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:
Lafayette, Louisiana is the heart of Acadiana, where rich Cajun and Creole culture comes alive through incredible food, music, and festivals. Known as the "Hub City," Lafayette offers an authentic Louisiana experience with world-famous cuisine, from boudin and crawfish to award-winning restaurants that celebrate the region's culinary heritage. The city hosts numerous festivals throughout the year, including Festival International de Louisiane and Festivals Acadiens et Créoles, bringing together music, art, and culture from around the world.
The area boasts beautiful natural landscapes, from the Atchafalaya Basin - America's largest river swamp - to charming bayous perfect for fishing, boating, and wildlife watching. Lafayette's growing economy is anchored by the energy sector, healthcare, and technology, while maintaining its small-town charm and hospitality. With the University of Louisiana at Lafayette bringing youthful energy to the community, you'll find a perfect blend of tradition and innovation.
The cost of living is affordable, allowing you to enjoy Louisiana's famous joie de vivre lifestyle. Whether you're exploring historic downtown, catching live music at local venues, or taking weekend trips to New Orleans (just two hours away), Lafayette offers an unmatched quality of life where every day feels like a celebration of culture and community.
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If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.
SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:
At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.
ABOUT SCRIPPS:
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps' long-time motto is: "Give light and the people will find their own way."
As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.
Auto-ApplyMultimedia Journalist
News writer job in Metairie, LA
WGNO-TV in New Orleans, a #DigitalFirst operation with a focus on delivering local content 24/7 across all platforms is looking for an assertive, multi-talented person to serve as a Multimedia Journalist.
We're looking for a MMJ whose news gathering, storytelling, photography and editing skills stand out in a competitive, high-quality market. The successful candidate is a journalist who can enterprise and produce stories and news content on all platforms that viewers and digital users will not see anywhere else. This is a great opportunity for an established, skilled MMJ!
The Multimedia Journalist produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, and edits content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers.
Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
Determines a story's emphasis, length, and format, and organizes material accordingly
Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience, or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social, or other functions
Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
Shoots and edits news events and news reports
Produces and presents reports for all platforms
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Writes stories for the web and other social media platforms
Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
Minimum two years' experience in news reporting (depending on market size)
Superior on-air presence
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift
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Auto-ApplyMultimedia Journalist - Ksla
News writer job in Shreveport, LA
Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About KSLA:
KSLA News 12 is the aggressive, National Edward R. Murrow award-winning CBS affiliate serving the region known as the ArkLaTex. The station is the market's leader in timely and accurate reporting of breaking news, investigative journalism, award-winning storytelling, and First Alert Weather. KSLA News 12 serves its community on all on-air, digital, and mobile platforms embracing the innovation of the industry. In the center of the ArkLaTex is the Shreveport/Bossier City metroplex where the best of Louisiana, Texas, and Arkansas culture is combined to create a vibrant and comfortable lifestyle.
Job Summary/Description:
KSLA NEWS 12 is seeking an outstanding individual for our MMJ/Reporter position. Successful candidates must have the desire and ability to search for unique stories, write engaging content, and present demonstrative and engaging live shots during day-to-day and during breaking news coverage.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
• Develop sources and present ideas daily that resonate with our audience and are in line with our strategy
• Write accurate and engaging scripts for broadcast, digital, and social media
• Schedule, conduct,t and shoot interviews and edit video
• Respond to breaking news coverage
• Report live on digital/social media and during newscasts
• Use strong journalistic ethics, news judgment, and decision-making in daily coverage
• Use digital and social media in the news-gathering process and presentation
• Use strong organizational skills for efficient workflow
• Work independently and as a team
• Meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Work various shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- At least 2 years of multi-platform reporting, shooting, and editing experience is preferred.
- Bilingual communication in both spoken and written (English and Spanish) is a plus.
- A college degree in journalism or equivalent is desired.
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to
***************************************
, 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)
KSLA-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.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
Deputy Metro Editor
News writer job in New Orleans, LA
Deputy Metro Editor - The Times-Picayune | NOLA.com
About Us The Times-Picayune seeks a dynamic journalist and deft editor to help lead coverage of the New Orleans area for Louisiana's largest and most influential news organization.
New Orleans, known for its rich culture and irrepressible spirit, is a news market that consistently punches above its weight. We're looking for an experienced editor on our metro desk who can manage breaking news with urgency while guiding reporters to produce distinctive enterprise journalism that illuminates the city's most pressing issues.
The Deputy Metro Editor works closely with the Metro Editor and Managing Editor to oversee a team of about a dozen reporters covering politics, government, business, education, crime, and the courts across New Orleans and surrounding parishes.
We are committed to producing thoughtful, high-impact journalism in print, on our website, NOLA.com, and across other platforms like newsletters, social media and video. Our company also operates newsrooms in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Shreveport and Lake Charles, serving readers statewide with award-winning reporting.
What You'll Do
Partner with the Metro Editor to manage and mentor a team of reporters and editor-reporters covering New Orleans-area beats, including politics, government, education, environment, crime, business, and courts.
Shape, edit and elevate stories for impact, clarity and voice - coaching reporters to write with depth, authority and narrative flair.
Balance the demands of daily breaking news with ambitious enterprise and investigative work.
Oversee daily content flow on NOLA.com, ensuring strong digital presentation across our homepage and other platforms.
Collaborate with audience, visuals, and digital teams to promote stories and maximize reach and engagement. Use analytics tools to understand reader behavior and inform editorial decisions that grow readership and subscriptions.
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a newsroom editor, ideally in a fast-paced or metro environment.
Strong editorial judgment, writing, and structural editing skills with a keen eye for accuracy and tone.
Passion for New Orleans - its communities, culture, and complex civic landscape.
Facility with digital storytelling, multimedia collaboration and audience engagement strategies.
A collaborative, empathetic leader who can coach and inspire reporters with a range of experience levels and interests.
Commitment to ethical, fair and inclusive journalism.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid parental leave, generous paid-time off and 401(k) with company match.
The Times-Picayune | NOLA.com is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and supporting a diverse newsroom that reflects the communities we cover. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels to apply.
To Apply: Please submit a résumé, cover letter, and several work samples (or editing clips) that demonstrate your range and impact as a journalist.
Auto-ApplyReporter / MMJ - Texarkana, TX
News writer job in Louisiana
The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
Determines a story's emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
Shoots and edits news events and news reports
Produces and presents reports for all platforms
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to
ad lib
when required
Minimum two years' experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)
Superior on-air presence
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift
Auto-ApplyNEWS REPORTER/MMJ (Mon.-Fri.) - WVUE
News writer job in New Orleans, LA
About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WVUE:
WVUE- FOX 8 in New Orleans is the #1 rated News station in the competitive New Orleans Market. FOX 8 is committed to providing in-depth investigative stories that affect change, hold the powerful accountable, and shine a light on public corruption. FOX 8 recognizes the responsibility of keeping the viewing public safe and informed about the world around them, delivering all the news, information, and entertainment viewers want and need to know. With this mission in mind, FOX 8 is committed to serving as the Weather Authority for Southeast Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi and continues to lead in the field of investigative journalism. Fox 8 is committed to innovation and continued evolution in the use of existing technology, producing roughly 60 hours of news and locally originated programming per week.
Job Summary/Description:
WVUE in New Orleans is seeking an experienced, aggressive news reporter. The candidate must be able to work in a highly functioning, talented newsroom. Candidate must be a self-starting, strong journalist with an investigative mindset. We want an excellent writer for broadcast and all multi-platform content, as well as a positive leader inside and outside the newsroom. We're looking for a creative reporter who can tell impactful stories and enhance our award-winning team's enterprise content. Someone with a sense of service who wants to tell stories in a highly ethical journalistic environment and have a great time doing a tough job.
Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* The reporter will be responsible for live shots, writing and posting multiple stories daily for broadcast as well as all of FOX 8's multimedia platforms under tight deadlines.
* Must also be strong at managing breaking news and severe weather coverage, and be able to make sound split-second decisions during live broadcasts.
* Strong skills in posting to the web, working with social media, and gathering user-generated content are important.
* Knowledge of ENPS preferred.
Qualifications/Requirements:
* 2-3 years of experience as a television reporter in a top 125 market
* BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background
* Flexible work hours required, must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts, including but not limited to: mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights, holidays, weekends, and possible overtime hours.
* Must be willing to work in New Orleans, LA
* If you want to be a part of an award-winning, aggressive newsroom that makes a difference in its community, apply online and attach your resume and links to your work. Pre-employment drug test required. No phone calls, please.
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to **************************************** 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)
WVUE-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.
Technical Anchor - DevSecOps & Platform Engineering
News writer job in Baton Rouge, LA
We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?
Enterprise Technology plays a critical part in shaping the future of mobility. If you're looking for the chance to leverage advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape, enhance the customer experience and improve people's lives, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help create vehicles that are as smart as you are.
Seeking a **Technical Anchor** to:
+ Design, develop, and maintain secure and scalable cloud infrastructure platforms using the latest DevSecOps and Platform Engineering methodologies
+ Create and implement best practices and processes for code quality, security, performance, and scalability using Sonarqube, Cycode, DAST, SAST & FOSSA
+ Possess strong experience using GCP specific services like Compute Engine, CloudRun, GKE, Cloud operations suite, Service Mesh, Anthos, Pub/Sub, Dataflow, Cloud Scheduler, Bigtable, AlloyDB and other managed services.
+ Possess experience with Google Cloud infrastructure provisioning including VPC, Subnet, Gateway, Security groups, managed services, Kubernetes Cluster etc.
+ Possess expertise with automating Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Packer, Ansible, Shell Scripting and ArgoCD
+ Lead cross-functional teams to drive the adoption of DevSecOps and Platform Engineering best practices across the organization
+ Possess experience in implementing Auto scaling, Disaster Recovery, High Availability, Multi-region Active/Active & Active/Passive configurations & best practices is added advantage.
+ Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and tools to support the development and deployment of products on the eCommerce foundation layer
+ Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and requirements, and translate them into technical and non-functional specifications
+ Work with Product teams to understand their pain points and increase the Developer Experience through Platform Engineering Capabilities
+ Possess experience with Internal Developer Platform (IDP) like Backstage and address developer productivity
+ Strategize & work with leaders across Ford's Enterprise Architecture, IT Operations to make significant, measurable impact on the eCommerce Platform
+ Possess expertise with patch management, APM tools like Dynatrace/AppDynamics, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK for monitoring and alerting.
+ Possess experience in Elastic Search service offerings in K8s.
+ Possess experience in Cloud FinOps to optimize Cloud Infrastructure Consumption Cost
**What you'll do...**
+ Responsible for overall Infrastructure Architecture and evolution of next gen platforms. Ideal candidates will research the existing products and recommend solutions to run workloads in futuristic Infrastructure Architecture landscape
+ Conduct and perform Infrastructure as Code reviews, automate and deploy Cloud Infrastructure
+ Experience with implementing AIOps in the Platform Engineering space and increase Developer Experience
+ Identify code vulnerabilities and performance bottlenecks at the Infrastructure Layer, and recommend solutions to improve the overall quality and performance of the sub systems
+ Create and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design documents, and operational procedures for High Availability, Disaster Recovery scenarios
+ Analyze kernel logs, network stats, APM metrics, application logs to troubleshoot CPU/Memory/Resource hot spots, API latency and application/platform health
+ Analyze and identify root-cause and fix complex performance problems involving multiple teams, networks, and software in GCP that relate to scaling and performance
+ Build Automation for repeatable DevSecOps tasks and help with improving Software Engineers' productivity
+ Mentoring Team members to scale and perform at their next level
+ Thought Leadership around Shift Left (Quality, Security, OSS use) & Shift Right (Platform Engineering) and increasing adoption in the eCommerce Platform
**You'll have...**
+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology or related
+ 5+ years of experience in the Software Development and Platform Engineering domain
+ Experience with the following: Microservices architectures, Micro Front-end Cloud-Native architectures, Event-driven architectures, APIs, Domain-Driven Design, Public Cloud (Google Cloud), Serverless, Elastic Search, Kubernetes, Docker, DevSecOps, building scalable, reliable, available solutions, and/or performance testing.
+ Strong technical background with the capability of being hands-on and earn the respect and ability to mentor top individual technical talent.
+ Experience in Cloud Native systems, Transactional Systems, Multi-Tenancy, five-nines availability and Containerization technologies.
+ Experience in collaborating and partnering with other technical domain experts such as cloud, security, SRE and Release Mgmt. processes
+ Proven facilitation skills - able to effectively drive discussion among diverse perspectives and reach a decision or recommendation
+ Proven ability to work closely with architect and leadership teams.
+ Effectively work with cross-functional teams across the organization - inside and outside of the technology and software organization
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
+ Ability to work effectively in a remote/virtual work setting with other global team members
**Even better, you may have...**
+ Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering Information Technology or related
+ GCP Cloud Architect and/or CKA Certifications
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
- Tuition assistance
- Established and active employee resource groups
- Paid time off for individual and team community service
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
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This position is a range of salary grade 8.
SOUTHEAST MI RESIDENTS: This role is posted as remote unless you reside within 50 miles of Dearborn, MI-in which case we request on-site presence up to 4 days a week.
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call **************.
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**Requisition ID** : 51212
Multimedia Journalist, KATC
News writer job in Lafayette, LA
KATC, the E.W. Scripps ABC affiliate in Lafayette, Louisiana, is seeking a talented and driven Multimedia Journalist to join our dynamic and award-winning news team. Blend your work life with a vibrant, inviting culture that's full of fun and history. This is your opportunity to tell the stories that matter most to Acadiana while being part of a team that values excellence and community connection.
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 preparing for multi media stories
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems
Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred
Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment
Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
Proficient at posting content to various websites
Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits
WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:
Lafayette, Louisiana is the heart of Acadiana, where rich Cajun and Creole culture comes alive through incredible food, music, and festivals. Known as the "Hub City," Lafayette offers an authentic Louisiana experience with world-famous cuisine, from boudin and crawfish to award-winning restaurants that celebrate the region's culinary heritage. The city hosts numerous festivals throughout the year, including Festival International de Louisiane and Festivals Acadiens et Créoles, bringing together music, art, and culture from around the world.
The area boasts beautiful natural landscapes, from the Atchafalaya Basin - America's largest river swamp - to charming bayous perfect for fishing, boating, and wildlife watching. Lafayette's growing economy is anchored by the energy sector, healthcare, and technology, while maintaining its small-town charm and hospitality. With the University of Louisiana at Lafayette bringing youthful energy to the community, you'll find a perfect blend of tradition and innovation.
The cost of living is affordable, allowing you to enjoy Louisiana's famous joie de vivre lifestyle. Whether you're exploring historic downtown, catching live music at local venues, or taking weekend trips to New Orleans (just two hours away), Lafayette offers an unmatched quality of life where every day feels like a celebration of culture and community.
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#LI-Onsite
If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.
SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:
At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.
ABOUT SCRIPPS:
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps' long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.
Auto-ApplySenior Copywriter
News writer job in New Orleans, LA
Company Overview: PETERMAYER is an independent, integrated ad agency based in New Orleans, LA, renowned for delivering innovative marketing solutions. We've uncovered evidence that unleashing the joy inherent in brands builds real business results and have developed a strategic and research-driven process to unlock this value for our clients through creativity. We're seeking a versatile Copywriter who embodies creativity, empathy, and a passion for impactful storytelling that resonates with diverse audiences. This is a hybrid position located in New Orleans, LA. Responsibilities
Conceptualize and execute advertising campaigns aligned with client strategies across print, digital, broadcast, and video platforms.
Collaborate closely with Art Directors and Creative Directors to develop compelling, on-brand content that meets client objectives and exceeds expectations.
Write and revise copy for various formats including print ads, digital marketing, email, direct response, and social media, ensuring accuracy and adherence to client guidelines.
Participate in new business initiatives by contributing creative ideas and presenting concepts effectively to internal teams and clients.
Manage production details for radio and video projects, including casting and onsite editing, to ensure high-quality deliverables.
Maintain keen attention to detail and adhere to project timelines and budgets.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Advertising, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
3-7 years of experience as a Copywriter in an advertising agency environment.
Demonstrated expertise in crafting compelling copy across diverse mediums with a strong portfolio showcasing creative campaigns.
Proficiency in digital media production and understanding of web best practices.
Ability to interpret creative briefs, think conceptually, and execute strategically to achieve client goals.
Excellent presentation skills and ability to communicate ideas effectively.
Bonus: Familiarity with marketing/advertising roles and industry-specific recruitment best practices
What We Value
Our agency's Guiding Principles are as follows:
All In - We don't do everything, but everything we commit to, we give 110%. We bring energy and abundance through both our attitudes and our work. We call it lagniappe: that little something extra.
Better Together - We cherish our diverse PETERMAYER community. We choose “we” over “me”. We are respectful, collegial and open.
Doing What's Right - We always ask “what is the right thing to do?” And follow through with integrity
Resilient Optimism - We never give up - which makes us fearless. We push boundaries in the interest and pursuit of the best work. We give each other permission to challenge assumptions and create change for the better. Like New Orleans, we stubbornly endure despite the odds.
Human Forward - We're about “people” - not employees, clients or consumers. We use technology and data, but only to serve insight, creativity and compassion.
Swing Big! - We set big hairy-ass goals and then push for the best - in the work, the company, and ourselves. We lean forward, ready to seize the opportunity to make something great happen. We aspire to raise the bar each time through rigor, creativity and the joy of being awesome.
Senior Document Writer - New Group Business
News writer job in Baton Rouge, LA
At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.
**Position Summary**
Under general supervision the Senior Document Writer drafts, reviews, and edits medical, dental and vision plan documents. This position will support plan document needs for new business by creating plan documents and summaries of benefits and coverage (SBC's).
**Required Qualifications**
+ 2-4 years with extensive plan writing experience supporting self-funded or fully insured plans.
+ 2-4 years of experience in the health insurance industry.
+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook applications.
+ Must be an independent, critical thinker who is a self-starter and deadline driven.
+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy performing at high levels in a fast paced and constantly changing work environment.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Knowledge and experience in medical, dental, and vision benefits.
+ Knowledge and experience with benefit terminology.
+ General understanding of compliance and regulatory issues (ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA).
+ Organizes time efficiently to ensure that tasks are completed to meet or exceed deadlines.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
**Education**
+ High School Diploma or GED.
**Anticipated Weekly Hours**
40
**Time Type**
Full time
**Pay Range**
The typical pay range for this role is:
$18.50 - $42.35
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
**Great benefits for great people**
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
+ **Affordable medical plan options,** a **401(k) plan** (including matching company contributions), and an **employee stock purchase plan** .
+ **No-cost programs for all colleagues** including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
+ **Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues** including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit *****************************************
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 12/22/2025
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Senior Editor
News writer job in New Orleans, LA
Performs the developmental editing of a book-length project (more than 175,000 words) on tropical ecology and evolution. This position provides high-level editorial direction and critical written feedback to ensure clarity, consistency, conciseness, and comprehensibility for a broad, educated audience. Brings advanced subject matter knowledge and advanced editorial judgment. This position is both detail-oriented and capable of evaluating the text as a whole.• Ability to provide advanced editorial guidance and critical written feedback on clarity, consistency, and conciseness.
* Advanced knowledge of science, particularly biology, ecology, and evolution.
* Ability to suggest improvements for referencing and eliminating unnecessary replication.
* Strong grasp of current trends related to the particular content niche.
* Excellent presentation and teaching/training skills.
* Strong writing, editing, and project management skills.
* Superior command of Microsoft Office programs, Adobe Acrobat, and content management systems.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Bachelor's Degree.
* 5 years of demonstrable experience in developmental editing, with a proven track record working on book-length projects
* 1 year of experience writing for a broad audience
* Master's Degree.
* Basic knowledge of tropical ecology and evolution.
Principal Medical Writer- FSP
News writer job in Baton Rouge, LA
**Parexel FSP is looking for a Principal Medical Writer! This is a remote role anywhere in the United States or Canada.** Job Purpose: The Medical Writer, Medical Writing, is responsible for writing and overseeing the completion of a broad range of documents in support of company products and projects. This individual will work with the lead and/or program medical writer and independently to develop messages and write, substantively rewrite, and edit documents for clarity and accuracy, ensuring high quality.
This individual will help manage project documents and timelines, as well as ensuring that documents comply with International Committee on Harmonization guidelines, Sponsor SOPs, Good Clinical Practices, and Good Publication Practices. As a study team member, this individual will work with domestic and international colleagues across R&D (as appropriate).to ensure that documents meet the company's objectives.
Key Accountabilities:
Oversight of activities
- Write and edit clinical regulatory documents for clarity, and accuracy
according to Sponsor standards.
- Work with lead writer and project team to develop document messages
and data presentations within submission timelines to meet company objectives.
- Provide writing support for a wide range of documents, including but not
limited to investigator's brochures, clinical study protocols and reports, integrated summaries, literature reviews, and SOPs.
- Ensure that documents comply with International Conference on
Harmonization guidelines, Sponsor Pharmaceuticals SOPs, and Good Clinical Practices.
Collaborative relationships
- Collaborates effectively with lead writers and project teams to develop
and refine clinical regulatory documents that align with Sponsor standards, ICH guidelines, and Good Clinical Practices, ensuring clear and accurate communication of study data and objectives within submission timelines.
Compliance with Parexel standards
- Complies with required training curriculum
- Completes timesheets accurately as required
- Submits expense reports as required
- Updates CV as required
- Maintains a working knowledge of and complies with Parexel processes,
ICH-GCPs and other applicable requirements
Skills:
- At least 4 years of writing experience in the pharmaceutical industry
- Experience with a variety of regulatory and clinical documents
- Experience in a matrix team environment
- Knowledge of ICH and CTD guidelines for clinical and regulatory submission documents
Knowledge and Experience:
- Ability to write and edit complex material to ensure accuracy and clarity,
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrated problem-solving abilities
- Ability to handle multiple projects and short timelines
- Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in a wide range of disciplines
Education:
- BA/BS or higher
\#LI-REMOTE
EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Grant Specialist
News writer job in New Orleans, LA
Job Title
Grants Specialist
Number of temporary staffing professionals needed (No. of Openings)
1
Requested Assignment duration (Days, Weeks, Months or Year)
Until Dec 31, 2026
Ideal Start Date and End Date:
Will the Consultant be required to work overtime
Yes
No
What will be the Consultants work hours and workdays (Mon-Fri or Mon-Sat) etc?
9-4:30 pm
What will be the Consultant lunch period
12-12:30
Dress Code (Business Attire/Business Casual/Casual):
Business Casual
Assignment location with zip code (Full Address)
1300 Perdido Street, Suite 9E06, New Orleans, LA 70112
Onsite/Hybrid/Remote
Onsite
State Department
Parking Accommodations:
Yes (paid parking garage)
Will the consultant be required to drive as part of their job duties?
Yes
No
Is a background check required
Yes, As determined by City of New Orleans HR
No
(Check off appropriate box)
Standard Background Check
Statewide Criminal Search (Past 7 years)
Federal National
SSN Trace
Fingerprint Level 2 check FBI level
Sex Offender List
Past 5 years of employment
Highest Education
Motor Vehicle Check
10 Panel Drug Screen
Equipment to be used by the Consultant
Office equipment (computers, phones, copiers)
Computer software to be used:
BRASS, eCivis, Monday.com, Microsoft Office Suite
Interview Mode
Teams and In person (second/final interview)
Knowledge, skills, education, and/or experience
Bachelors Degree minimum
Individual will need grant writing experience and grant sourcing experience.
This position requires the ability to be proactive in identifying grant opportunities for which the City is eligible for, both private and public sector/government and excellent grant writing ability. City of New Orleans agencies will be supported by this position in applying for as many grants as possible successfully by providing departments with capacity to create competitive grants and written/verbal communication skills.
Five responsibilities which demonstrate this are:
Researches and identifies Federal, State, County, private and international grants for City of New Orleans
Administers grant opportunities in a database and communicates grant opportunities throughout the City
Plans, organizes and manages grant opportunities for the operations of the department; Assists Grant Specialists and Grant Project Managers with completion of grant applications
Prepares responses to City leadership, management and other grant funders and organizations.
Directs, monitors, trains, and evaluates staff and outside partners for implementation of grants.
Mandatory skills/certification(s) Requirement:
Grant Professional Certified (GPC) credential or Grant Writer certification from any of these organizations or at least 5 years of grant writing and/or grant sourcing experience.
American Grant Writers Association: Professional Grant Writers and Grant Managers (agwa.us)
GPCI Grant Professionals Certification Institute (grantcredential.org)
CGMS (ngma.org)
Desired skills:
Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Conducts comprehensive research to identify potential relative Federal, State, County, private and international grants for City of New Orleans and maintains this research in a database 20% 1
2. Administers grant opportunities in a database and communicates grant opportunities throughout the City 10% 4
3. Plans, organizes and manages grant opportunities for the operations of the department; Assists Grant Specialists and Grant Project Managers with completion of grant applications 10% 2
4. Prepares responses to City leadership, management and other grant funders and organizations. 5% 5
5. Directs, monitors, trains, and evaluates staff and outside partners for implementation of grants. 5% 8
6. Monitors City agency issues and projects when grant-funded or grant eligible. 10% 7
7. Coordinates the planning and preparation of grant proposals for one or more departments; provides guidance and assistance to program and project managers in the interpretation of funding agency regulations and requirements 10% 6
8. Coordinates and attends meetings with staff members to plan programs, identify issues, and improve services/programs. 10% 9
9. Develops, coordinates, and manages various current and new grants from private, State, and Federal agencies. 10% 3
10. Provides systematic fiscal oversight of grant-funded programs by monitoring and documents review. 10% 10
Package Details
Deputy Metro Editor
News writer job in New Orleans, LA
Deputy Metro Editor - The Times-Picayune | NOLA.com
About Us The Times-Picayune seeks a dynamic journalist and deft editor to help lead coverage of the New Orleans area for Louisiana's largest and most influential news organization.
New Orleans, known for its rich culture and irrepressible spirit, is a news market that consistently punches above its weight. We're looking for an experienced editor on our metro desk who can manage breaking news with urgency while guiding reporters to produce distinctive enterprise journalism that illuminates the city's most pressing issues.
The Deputy Metro Editor works closely with the Metro Editor and Managing Editor to oversee a team of about a dozen reporters covering politics, government, business, education, crime, and the courts across New Orleans and surrounding parishes.
We are committed to producing thoughtful, high-impact journalism in print, on our website, NOLA.com, and across other platforms like newsletters, social media and video. Our company also operates newsrooms in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Shreveport and Lake Charles, serving readers statewide with award-winning reporting.
What You'll Do
Partner with the Metro Editor to manage and mentor a team of reporters and editor-reporters covering New Orleans-area beats, including politics, government, education, environment, crime, business, and courts.
Shape, edit and elevate stories for impact, clarity and voice - coaching reporters to write with depth, authority and narrative flair.
Balance the demands of daily breaking news with ambitious enterprise and investigative work.
Oversee daily content flow on NOLA.com, ensuring strong digital presentation across our homepage and other platforms.
Collaborate with audience, visuals, and digital teams to promote stories and maximize reach and engagement. Use analytics tools to understand reader behavior and inform editorial decisions that grow readership and subscriptions.
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a newsroom editor, ideally in a fast-paced or metro environment.
Strong editorial judgment, writing, and structural editing skills with a keen eye for accuracy and tone.
Passion for New Orleans - its communities, culture, and complex civic landscape.
Facility with digital storytelling, multimedia collaboration and audience engagement strategies.
A collaborative, empathetic leader who can coach and inspire reporters with a range of experience levels and interests.
Commitment to ethical, fair and inclusive journalism.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid parental leave, generous paid-time off and 401(k) with company match.
The Times-Picayune | NOLA.com is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and supporting a diverse newsroom that reflects the communities we cover. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels to apply.
To Apply:
Please submit a résumé, cover letter, and several work samples (or editing clips) that demonstrate your range and impact as a journalist.
Auto-ApplyNEWS REPORTER/ANCHOR (W/END) - WVUE
News writer job in New Orleans, LA
About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WVUE:
WVUE- FOX 8 in New Orleans is the #1 rated News station in the competitive New Orleans Market. FOX 8 is committed to providing in-depth investigative stories that bring about change, hold the powerful accountable, and shine a light on public corruption. FOX 8 recognizes the responsibility of keeping the viewing public safe and informed about the world around them, delivering all the news, information, and entertainment viewers want and need to know. With this mission in mind, FOX 8 is committed to serving as the Weather Authority for Southeast Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi and continues to lead in the field of investigative journalism. Fox 8 is committed to innovation and continued evolution in the use of existing technology, producing roughly 60 hours of news and locally originated programming per week.
Job Summary/Description:
WVUE is seeking an experienced journalist to join our award-winning news team as a Weekend Reporter/Anchor. This position will anchor 9/10 pm newscasts on Saturday & Sunday as well as serve as a reporter three weekdays. As a reporter, you will work closely with news managers and producers to create high-quality stories with integrity and accuracy.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Gathering data and relevant information on local and national newsworthy events
* Create and present accurate, fair, unbiased news content as assigned. Responsible for providing news and information across multiple platforms and for presenting content both inside WVUE studios and remotely
* Must be visible in the community and make a reasonable number of appearances in the local DMA
* Develop and maintain a network of news sources to create exclusive local news content
* Stay current on both local and national news events
* Work cross-functionally and cooperatively as a team member under tight deadlines
* The ability to interact professionally and effectively with all internal WVUE employees and external organizations
* Ability to read and understand a variety of materials ranging from daily newspapers/news sites, professional journals, technical reports, and legal documents
* Ability to interpret information to establish facts and determine truth
* Ability to be a creative thinker and find new and entertaining ways to present information
* Should be well presented on-camera with the ability to deliver copy ready from a Teleprompter or similar device
* Act as a team player and newsroom leader while displaying an ability to handle a variety of tasks, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, stressful environment
* Have the willingness to anchor from the field and work on special projects as assigned
* Demonstrated ability in good news judgment
* Ability to interact with all levels of station and corporate management while working well with producers, reporters, and technical staff to help craft compelling and memorable newscasts
Qualifications/Requirements:
* 2 years of experience as a television anchor or reporter in a top 125 market
* Basic understanding of Windows-based electronics and the ability to learn ENPS as well as new systems as they are implemented.
* BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background
* Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts
* Must be willing to work in New Orleans, LA
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to **************************************** 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)
WVUE-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.
NEWS REPORTER/MMJ (Mon.-Fri.) - WVUE
News writer job in New Orleans, LA
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WVUE:
WVUE- FOX 8 in New Orleans is the #1 rated News station in the competitive New Orleans Market. FOX 8 is committed to providing in-depth investigative stories that affect change, hold the powerful accountable, and shine a light on public corruption. FOX 8 recognizes the responsibility of keeping the viewing public safe and informed about the world around them, delivering all the news, information, and entertainment viewers want and need to know. With this mission in mind, FOX 8 is committed to serving as the Weather Authority for Southeast Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi and continues to lead in the field of investigative journalism. Fox 8 is committed to innovation and continued evolution in the use of existing technology, producing roughly 60 hours of news and locally originated programming per week.
Job Summary/Description:
WVUE in New Orleans is seeking an experienced, aggressive news reporter. The candidate must be able to work in a highly functioning, talented newsroom. Candidate must be a self-starting, strong journalist with an investigative mindset. We want an excellent writer for broadcast and all multi-platform content, as well as a positive leader inside and outside the newsroom. We're looking for a creative reporter who can tell impactful stories and enhance our award-winning team's enterprise content. Someone with a sense of service who wants to tell stories in a highly ethical journalistic environment and have a great time doing a tough job.
Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- The reporter will be responsible for live shots, writing and posting multiple stories daily for broadcast as well as all of FOX 8's multimedia platforms under tight deadlines.
- Must also be strong at managing breaking news and severe weather coverage, and be able to make sound split-second decisions during live broadcasts.
- Strong skills in posting to the web, working with social media, and gathering user-generated content are important.
- Knowledge of ENPS preferred.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- 2-3 years of experience as a television reporter in a top 125 market
- BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background
- Flexible work hours required, must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts, including but not limited to: mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights, holidays, weekends, and possible overtime hours.
- Must be willing to work in New Orleans, LA
- If you want to be a part of an award-winning, aggressive newsroom that makes a difference in its community, apply online and attach your resume and links to your work.
Pre-employment drug test required.
No phone calls, please.
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to
***************************************
, 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
)
WVUE-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.
Reporter
News writer job in Shreveport, LA
Job Title: Reporter
The Advocate, Louisiana's biggest news organization, is looking for a reporter for its Shreveport newsroom. Shreveport - Bossier City is located in northwest Louisiana and is the third largest population center in the state. The area has much to offer from arts and culture to outdoor activities and festivals. Shreveport has its own food scene that boasts traditional Louisiana seafood, soul food and fine dining. This a beat that could have a bit of everything - breaking news, politics, crime, government and the colorful people and places that make our community a great place to be a journalist. We're searching for someone interested in covering daily developments while pursuing larger enterprise stories in a competitive news market.
• Develop story ideas based on leads or as assigned by conducting research, investigating and observing.
• Write stories using proper grammar and following AP style guidelines.
• Rework pieces as requested by editors and update pieces as needed for ongoing or developing stories.
• Arrange and conduct interviews.
• Create relationships with members of the community and government agencies to develop access to credible sources for future stories.
• Quickly post stories online as appropriate and develop them further as needed.
• Use social media tools to develop, distribute and enhance stories.
• Help plan and execute the presentation of stories in a way that maximizes digital impact
• Regularly review metrics on story performance and develop story ideas based on top-performing content
• Meet all deadlines for projects as requested by editors
The Advocate is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to recruiting, developing, and promoting a diverse workforce while providing unique opportunities and career paths for our employees. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and experience levels to apply.
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, Life, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paternity Leave, PTO and 401k Retirement Savings company match.
Auto-ApplyNEWS REPORTER/MMJ - KALB
News writer job in Alexandria, LA
About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About KALB:
KALB-TV is the #1 most-watched television station in Central Louisiana. KALB-TV includes the powerhouse NBC that has dominated the market for nearly 60 years, CBS, and the CW.
Job Summary/Description:
KALB, the dominant #1 station in Alexandria, Louisiana, is seeking a dynamic and driven News Reporter / MMJ to join our newsroom. This candidate should be a self-starter who has good news judgment and storytelling skills. The ideal candidate will be able to write, shoot, and edit their own stories for newscasts, web articles, and digital platforms. Being a digitally savvy team player is a must. A reporter with an investigative mindset is a plus.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Develop and produce relevant daily news stories, enterprise stories, and breaking stories for multiple platforms
* Write broadcast & digital news stories that are compelling
* Must be able to operate news equipment in a safe, professional manner
* Be able to complete a news story from start to finish (story selection, writing, filming, editing, and digital elements)
* Contribute regularly to news coverage
Qualifications/Requirements:
* A degree in journalism, communications, broadcast, or a related field is required.
* Strong writing, speaking, and communication skills.
* Good on-camera presence for both live and pre-recorded shots.
* Must be able to meet daily news deadlines and work well under pressure during breaking news.
* Understanding of and adherence to journalism ethics and using AP Style.
* Knowledge of ENPS and Edius is a plus.
* Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to **************************************** 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)
KALB-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.
News Reporter/Anchor (W/End) - Wvue
News writer job in New Orleans, LA
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WVUE:
WVUE- FOX 8 in New Orleans is the #1 rated News station in the competitive New Orleans Market. FOX 8 is committed to providing in-depth investigative stories that bring about change, hold the powerful accountable, and shine a light on public corruption. FOX 8 recognizes the responsibility of keeping the viewing public safe and informed about the world around them, delivering all the news, information, and entertainment viewers want and need to know. With this mission in mind, FOX 8 is committed to serving as the Weather Authority for Southeast Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi and continues to lead in the field of investigative journalism. Fox 8 is committed to innovation and continued evolution in the use of existing technology, producing roughly 60 hours of news and locally originated programming per week.
Job Summary/Description:
WVUE is seeking an experienced journalist to join our award-winning news team as a Weekend Reporter/Anchor. This position will anchor 9/10 pm newscasts on Saturday & Sunday as well as serve as a reporter three weekdays. As a reporter, you will work closely with news managers and producers to create high-quality stories with integrity and accuracy.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Gathering data and relevant information on local and national newsworthy events
- Create and present accurate, fair, unbiased news content as assigned. Responsible for providing news and information across multiple platforms and for presenting content both inside WVUE studios and remotely
- Must be visible in the community and make a reasonable number of appearances in the local DMA
- Develop and maintain a network of news sources to create exclusive local news content
- Stay current on both local and national news events
- Work cross-functionally and cooperatively as a team member under tight deadlines
- The ability to interact professionally and effectively with all internal WVUE employees and external organizations
- Ability to read and understand a variety of materials ranging from daily newspapers/news sites, professional journals, technical reports, and legal documents
- Ability to interpret information to establish facts and determine truth
- Ability to be a creative thinker and find new and entertaining ways to present information
- Should be well presented on-camera with the ability to deliver copy ready from a Teleprompter or similar device
- Act as a team player and newsroom leader while displaying an ability to handle a variety of tasks, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, stressful environment
- Have the willingness to anchor from the field and work on special projects as assigned
- Demonstrated ability in good news judgment
- Ability to interact with all levels of station and corporate management while working well with producers, reporters, and technical staff to help craft compelling and memorable newscasts
Qualifications/Requirements:
- 2 years of experience as a television anchor or reporter in a top 125 market
- Basic understanding of Windows-based electronics and the ability to learn ENPS as well as new systems as they are implemented.
- BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background
- Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts
- Must be willing to work in New Orleans, LA
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to
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WVUE-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.
Reporter
News writer job in Shreveport, LA
Job Description
Job Title: Reporter
The Advocate, Louisiana's biggest news organization, is looking for a reporter for its Shreveport newsroom. Shreveport - Bossier City is located in northwest Louisiana and is the third largest population center in the state. The area has much to offer from arts and culture to outdoor activities and festivals. Shreveport has its own food scene that boasts traditional Louisiana seafood, soul food and fine dining. This a beat that could have a bit of everything - breaking news, politics, crime, government and the colorful people and places that make our community a great place to be a journalist. We're searching for someone interested in covering daily developments while pursuing larger enterprise stories in a competitive news market.
• Develop story ideas based on leads or as assigned by conducting research, investigating and observing.
• Write stories using proper grammar and following AP style guidelines.
• Rework pieces as requested by editors and update pieces as needed for ongoing or developing stories.
• Arrange and conduct interviews.
• Create relationships with members of the community and government agencies to develop access to credible sources for future stories.
• Quickly post stories online as appropriate and develop them further as needed.
• Use social media tools to develop, distribute and enhance stories.
• Help plan and execute the presentation of stories in a way that maximizes digital impact
• Regularly review metrics on story performance and develop story ideas based on top-performing content
• Meet all deadlines for projects as requested by editors
The Advocate is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to recruiting, developing, and promoting a diverse workforce while providing unique opportunities and career paths for our employees. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and experience levels to apply.
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, Life, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paternity Leave, PTO and 401k Retirement Savings company match.