Multimedia Journalist (Mornings) - Dc Bureau
Multimedia Journalist (Mornings) - Dc Bureau
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$ 85000 - 90000
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Job Description
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 nations 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. Grays 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.
We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Comprehensive Medical(Rx) Dental and Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account with Company contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer-paid life and disability benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
- 401(k) Plan including matching and profit-sharing contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits including Hospital Indemnity Critical Illness Accident Insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off including Relocation PTO
- Focus on Caring
Salary/Wage:
$85000 - $90000/yr.
Shift and Schedule:
Mon. - Fri. (Early Mornings)
Job Type:
Full-Time
About DC BUREAU:
The D.C. Bureau covers live breaking news politics and in-depth investigations for Gray Medias 113 television markets. The regional team works closely with stations covering issues directly impacting viewers in their markets. The national team reports on domestic and foreign issues affecting the entire country traveling with the President to key global events. InvestigateTV produces investigations for Gray TV and recently sparked new legislation on Capitol Hill. Local News Live is a 24/7 live streaming news network featuring stories from Gray Media stations.
Job Summary/Description:
Gray Media desires an on-camera multimedia journalist for an early morning shift position Monday-Friday. Responsibilities include finding researching and reporting on stories and events of interest to the local communities served by Grays stations both live & packaged. The ideal candidate should have knowledge and interest in Congressional and national politics. The position requires a true team player who also has the drive to work solo and can be trusted alone on assignment.
Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Delivering on-air news events in an engaging exciting and accurate manner
- Providing daily live shots for Gray Media stations
- Using editorial judgment to help determine the content of the news product
- Pitching and researching stories
- Conducting interviews
- Shooting video
- Writing TV copy
- Editing video using Adobe Premiere
- Setting up live shots with a TVU
- Coordinating with stations to gather and distribute content
- Using creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures webcam interviews etc.) to enhance stories
- Posting stories and videos for digital and on social media
- Setting up studio and field equipment
- Building contacts on Capitol Hill and around Washington
- Filing and organizing completed stories in the archive
- Performing other tasks as required by bureau management
Qualifications/Requirements:
- At least 3 years of experience in a commercial newsroom preferred
- BS/BA in journalism or communications
- Working knowledge and significant interest in Capitol Hill politics and campaigns
- Ability to shoot write and edit your own stories
- Knowledge of local news and newscast production
- Excellent knowledge of non-linear editing using Adobe Premiere
- Knowledge of TVU live technology
- Knowledge of field and studio equipment
- Experience with posting stories to news websites and social media
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written
- Ability to meet deadlines prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Excellent time management skills
- Computer literacy
- Schedule flexibility
- A valid drivers license and a good driving record
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Willingness and ability to travel to local markets for stories
*A link to the candidates reel is required and should be included in the application*
If you feel youre 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 theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
DC Bureau-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 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 Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Employment Type
Full-Time
