Multimedia Journalist
Salary
$40,286.40 - $45,000.00 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9344-0247-20260625HS
Department
0247 - EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION AUTHORITY
Opening Date
06/26/2026
Closing Date
7/13/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$40,286.40
Agency Maximum Salary
$45,000.00
About the Agency
Mississippi Public Broadcasting is a state-licensed public media organization serving audiences across Mississippi through radio, television, and digital platforms. Mississippi Public Broadcasting is a trusted multimedia organization that educates, enlightens and entertains Mississippians. As the only statewide radio and television broadcast network, MPB connects Mississippi households and communities. MPB programming focuses on the people, resources and attractions that reflect Mississippis unique culture and diverse heritage. MPB provides a valuable resource to Mississippians in disseminating information as part of the states emergency preparedness and response system. With live stream, on-demand episodes of both radio and television favorites and the latest from MPB news, the MPB App provides listeners and viewers with a way to stay connected, no matter where in the world they may be. MPB reaches over 50,000 people a day through various social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. MPBs social channels provide information, news and entertainment around the clock, even in emergency situations.
About the Position
Mississippi Public Broadcasting is seeking a reporter to join our award-winning news team. This person is primarily responsible for the following: • Pitch, plan and report news, feature and enterprise stories for all platforms, including broadcast, digital and social media. • Gather materials on tape and otherwise, through interviews, press conferences and direct coverage of events. • In consultation with editors, organize, edit and produce pieces and news spots. • Collaborate with editors and show staff to shape on-air two-way discussions; speak fluently and conversationally live on the air. • Build web stories, including writing them and making photos and/or videos. • Develop news sources. • Will host, co-host, and/or anchor news programs, newscasts or stories for MPB Radio and/or Television when determined appropriate.
What youll need to be Successful
The Ability to pitch story ideas, produce quick-turn newscast stories and long-form features; The ability to produce engaging digital stories and actively contribute to MPB's social media channels; The willingness to travel across the state to report stories; The ability to serve as a back-up host on an as needed basis; The willingness to work non-standard hours, including occasional weekends and holidays. • Knows how to effectively and proficiently operate field recording equipment to achieve quality audio. Responsible for learning equipment and maintaining it. • Knows how to effectively and proficiently operate studio boards • Knows how to effectively and proficiently post stories, programs, audio, photos, videos and other materials to social media and MPB website. • Proficient in audio editing (Adobe Audition), NewsBoss, Google Drive, Microsoft Teams, and basic computer skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 1-4 years of experience. Hiring agency preferred qualifications: 1 year of which would be preferred to be reporting/producing experience.
Characteristics of Work
See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classification.
Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406