WLKY - MMJ Reporter
The Statesman Group
Louisville, KY · Posted September 11, 2026
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Where Louisville, KY ranks
Where Louisville, KY placed in our monthly rankings, month by month. Each month stays online at its own address.
November 2026
- #2Best cities for professional services pay after cost of living$155k · of 25
- #4Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Southeast251 jobs · of 72
- #4Cities hosting the most business conferences in the Southeast18 conferences · of 21
- #5Best all-round cities for new graduates in the Southeast62 / 100 · of 33
- #6Cities where the biggest share of jobs do not need a four-year degree19% · of 100
- #6Best cities for software and engineering jobs in the Southeast395 openings · of 65
How AI is used in this kind of work
Among news analysts, reporters, and journalists, AI is already used for some of the tasks. Measured exposure for news analysts, reporters, and journalists: 21% (some).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
About the job
Local News Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
WLKY, the CBS affiliate in Louisville, KY is looking for a Multimedia Journalist/Reporter who can identify important story ideas, shoot, write and edit video news packages and vertical videos, and present in compelling ways. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter who loves telling stories in an authentic way and is comfortable communicating on all news platforms.
Responsibilities
Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Coverage of breaking news, weather and sports
Put together high-quality packages for all platforms - newscasts, digital and reels for all social platforms
Develop sources, create story ideas, and produce content on-air, online, and all digital platforms
Shoot live shots and live interviews, develop sources and pitch strong enterprise news stories
Requirements
Professional or schooling experience in television news reporting, photography and editing
Creative writer and editor
Must deliver with authenticity to connect with viewers
Can provide samples of reporting and videography
Experience developing local contacts
Experience shooting and editing high-quality video
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive news production
Related military experience will be considered
Must be flexible with schedule
Values in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
Medical | Dental | Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.