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At KMVT, local journalism is about more than covering the news. It’s about building lasting relationships with the people and communities that make southern Idaho home. As a Senior Reporter, you’ll bring experience, curiosity, and strong journalistic judgment to investigative, long-form, breaking, and multi-platform reporting that matters to local audiences.
You’ll develop trusted sources, dig deeper into the stories shaping the region, and create meaningful journalism with accuracy, fairness, and authenticity at its core. This is an opportunity to become deeply connected to the community and make a lasting impact at a station where local relationships matter. For an experienced journalist looking for a place to put down roots, Twin Falls offers an appealing combination of community connection, an affordable lifestyle, and access to Idaho’s remarkable outdoors.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Develop a strong network of sources throughout southern Idaho and build authentic relationships with community members and local experts.
- Investigate public records, cultivate personal sources, and conduct in-depth research to uncover and tell meaningful stories.
- Lead coverage of significant breaking news and pursue investigative and long-form reporting that provides context and value to local audiences.
- Create compelling multi-platform journalism using video, photography, graphics, digital storytelling, and other visual elements.
- Report live from the field and operate cameras with still photography and video capabilities.
- Connect audiences with a diversity of perspectives and stories that strengthen community belonging.
- Collaborate with newsroom colleagues on editorial and content planning, workflows, best practices, and multimedia coverage that meets strategic goals and deadlines.
- Maintain the highest standards of accuracy, objectivity, fairness, ethics, and sensitivity to community expectations.
- Engage with the community beyond daily assignments by participating in local events and staying closely connected to the issues important to the region.
- Drive a personal or company vehicle periodically to cover assignments throughout the market.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- A bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience is preferred.
- Generally, 5+ years of news reporting experience, including in-depth or long-form reporting, is required; experience with community, digital, and solutions-based journalism is preferred.
- A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance meeting company-required limits are required.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
- Deep expertise in investigative and long-form reporting and a strong command of journalistic standards.
- A talent for memorable storytelling and a distinct, engaging on-air presence.
- A consumer-focused approach and commitment to understanding what matters most to local audiences.
- Strong multimedia skills spanning reporting, writing, web publishing, still photography, online video, infographics, databases, and social media.
- Knowledge of reporting fundamentals, including privacy, ethics, access, open meetings, public records, and applicable state and federal requirements.
- Exceptional accuracy, fairness, editing, writing, and working knowledge of Associated Press style.
- Ability to use digital, video, mapping, social networking, and other technology to strengthen reporting across platforms.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, along with web publishing tools.
- Adaptability, emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and the ability to produce strong journalism in a deadline-driven newsroom.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
OUR TEAM:
At KMVT, you’ll join a newsroom that values curiosity, collaboration, and a genuine connection to the people it serves. Our team brings different experiences, interests, and perspectives to the work, but shares a commitment to journalism that helps southern Idaho audiences better understand their communities. We believe the strongest local reporting starts with listening, showing up, earning trust, and investing in the relationships that turn a station into a true community partner.
WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK, AND PLAY:
Twin Falls gives you the opportunity to build a life and a career in southern Idaho, with a strong sense of community and an affordable lifestyle that can make it easier to put down roots for the long term. It’s a place where a local journalist can truly get to know the people, organizations, and issues they cover, building the sources and relationships that lead to more meaningful reporting.
Outside the newsroom, southern Idaho’s landscape provides an unforgettable backdrop for life in the region. Whether you’re drawn to outdoor recreation, scenic surroundings, or simply the opportunity to become part of a close-knit community, Twin Falls offers a setting where you can invest in your career, your community, and the place you call home.
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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 connection. 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 outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its longtime motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
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