ABOUT US:

KAPP-KVEW TV, the local ABC affiliate in the Yakima/Tri Cities market of Washington state, is part of Morgan Murphy Media. We are a family-owned, people-first business and our communities are at the core of what we do and who we are.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY:

KAPP-KVEW TV is seeking an innovative storyteller interested in reporting and producing local news. We are looking for self-motivated, highly organized individuals with a strong work ethic who want to learn it all: shooting, writing, editing and live news production. In front of the camera, you will present stories that matter to our community. Behind the scenes, you will create fast-paced, informative and engaging newscasts. It is truly one of those jobs that will be what you make of it – with the possibility of learning more than you ever have before. This position is for KVEW-TV in Kennewick, Washington. The fast-growing Tri-Cities area (Kennewick/Pasco/Richland) offers 300 days of sunshine and a great lifestyle for outdoorsy types and proximity to Pacific Northwest hotspots Spokane, Seattle and Portland.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Enterprise compelling stories for newscasts, website and other platforms
• Shoot and edit video with TV news cameras, digital devices, production software and apps
• Produce, write and coordinate coverage for daily newscasts
• Collaborate with co-workers on the best way to present/report stories
• Create content and write stories for our website, yaktrinews.com
• Produce stories that our target audience will find valuable and relevant to their lives
• Maintain contacts and foster relationships in the community
• Complete work as assigned by the news director
• Assist online staff in preparing for multi-media stories
• Spend time producing newscasts as needed

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field
• Sound editorial judgment and broad knowledge of journalism ethics and libel laws
• Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
• Ability to work under extreme pressure and meet deadlines every day
• Team player mindset
• Experience using iNews preferred but not required
• Ability to edit using Edius preferred but not required
• Ability to lift and carry 15 pounds

WHAT KAPP/KVEW OFFERS:

• We're a dynamic and progressive family-owned business that values our employees, our culture and our community
• We are a team of driven and creative professionals. Who wouldn't want to work with the best in the business?
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and long-term disability insurance, EAP, flexible spending account, 401(k), paid time off including vacation, sick, personal days and holidays

WHAT'S NEXT? Click below for online application instructions. 

KAPP/KVEW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER