Hawaii News Now Overview

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Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 87 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and... better.We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 87 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and... better.We constantly strive for excellence.

Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.About Stations:KHNL/KGMB/KFVE TV - Hawaii News NowHawaii News Now - KGMB (CBS), KHNL (NBC) and K5 collectively make up Hawaii News Now, the state's dominant multimedia news organization with the largest digital news footprint in the islands. HNN's parent company is Gray TV, a leading digital media and broadcasting company.Located in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii, Hawaii News Now also provides diverse sub-channels such as Antenna TV, Grit TV, This TV, Escape and Bounce TV.Job Summary:Are you looking for a rewarding career, partnering with businesses across the islands to help them reach their goals? Hawaii News Now, the state's dominant multimedia news organization seeks a sales professional for our Multimedia Account Executive position.

The primary responsibility of the Account Executive is to develop and sell creative marketing solutions on KGMB (CBS), KHNL (NBC), K5 (Independent) and all Hawaii News Now digital properties. The ideal candidate must have the ability to strategize and negotiate multi-platform marketing and advertising projects. We are looking for an individual who is a self-starter and can thrive in a fast-paced multiplatform environment.General Responsibilities:-Prospect, contact and present solutions to new prospective clients, generating advertising revenue to achieve and exceed individual budgets-Increase revenue on any assigned business on KGMB, KHNL, K5 and Hawaii News Now digital platforms to achieve and exceed individual budgets-Manage the entire sales and service cycle from finding a client to securing a deal, servicing and retaining the business.-Maintain and grow relationships with clients-Provide professional after-sales support and service to maximize customer loyalty-Data entry in multiple sales software systems for account management-Write marketing proposals and create PowerPoint presentations-Communicate and collaborate effectively with all Hawaii News Now departments and support staff Show more details...

NEWS DIRECTOR ("Hawaii News Now") - KHNL

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About Gray Television: Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households... We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business. About KHNL: It’s all About Gray Television:

Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About KHNL:

It’s all here: An award-winning news department with a team of committed, talented journalists. Serving this island community takes a deep appreciation for local culture. Do you have a vision for local news distribution moving forward? Are you ready to maintain our team’s reputation as the market leader? Are you a guide, a coach, a teacher, a mentor, a recruiter, and a trusted colleague? If you fit that description, please connect with Hawaii News Now on this opportunity.

As the dominant multimedia company in the State of Hawaii, Hawaii News Now seeks a News Director to lead the development of news content across all platforms including but not limited to: television, digital, OTT, mobile and podcasts. Most importantly, the candidate must aspire to lead a diverse team of journalists, including veterans and those just starting out, to serve the local community with a continued tradition of excellence.

Job Summary/Description:

Hawaii News Now (KGMB/CBS – KHNL/NBC – KFVE/IND - TELEMUNDO) in Honolulu, is looking for a News Director with exceptional news acumen, enviable people skills and the natural ability to collaborate within a high performing organization

Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• The successful candidate will be an inspiring, hands-on leader with a proven track record of coaching and developing talent, exhibiting journalistic integrity in decision making, solid organizational skills, and a commitment to covering breaking news and owning the big news story of the day – every day.
• Leading and supervising all aspects of news content and gathering, including strategizing, executing and evaluating coverage plans for the station and its digital properties.
• Finding and investing in opportunities for news employees to grow into the next generation of newsroom leaders.
• Regularly evaluating newscasts to improve coverage and provide valuable feedback to the news team.
• Working collaboratively with other senior station leaders to establish and reach station goals.
• Building a culture of workplace integrity, free of harassment, discrimination and incivility, and filled with opportunities.
• Maintaining a positive relationship with viewers, users and the community we serve through authentic connection and effective communication.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Minimum five years' experience in news programming production, with at least two years' experience in a leadership role
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating a team, including setting performance standards and monitoring progress
• Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor and inspire others to improve their knowledge or skills
• Experience preparing and maintaining departmental budgets
• Proficiency with newsroom and station technology
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to effectively listen to fully understand employee needs and communicate with a team to shape a solution

Qualified, interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references

Additional Info:

Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television 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, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Gray Television 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 Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.

Education

Required
• Bachelors or better in Education or related field
• Bachelors or better in Journalism or related field

Behaviors

Preferred
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Motivations

Preferred
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
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MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST/REPORTER - KHNL

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About Gray Television: Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households... We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business. About KHNL: Hawaii News About Gray Television:

Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About KHNL:

Hawaii News Now About Hawaii News Now: KGMB (CBS), KHNL (NBC) and K5 collectively make up Hawaii News Now, the state's dominant multimedia news organization with the largest digital news footprint in the islands. HNN's parent company is Gray TV, a leading digital media and broadcasting company. Located in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii, Hawaii News Now also provides diverse sub-channels such as Telemundo, Antenna TV, Grit TV, This TV, Escape and Bounce TV.

Job Summary/Description:

HNN is looking for an experienced Multimedia Journalist to join our award-winning team. The ideal candidate must be familiar with the Hawaiian Islands, its diverse culture and the "Aloha Spirit”.

We are looking for someone who digs, develops sources and embraces all aspects of the storytelling process - enterprising, shooting, writing, editing, and presenting on camera.

Digital storytelling is a key component of our MMJ duties, so candidates must be skilled in using digital and social tools to enhance stories, gather information, and engage with the audience.

Primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Develop and pitch unique enterprise stories daily
• Shoot, write, edit, and present compelling stories, either solo or in collaboration with a photographer
• Optimize story presentation for each Hawaii News Now platform

Qualifications/Requirements:
• At least two years’ experience as a multimedia journalist
• Strong writing skills and editorial judgment
• Ability to shoot and edit on deadline
• Strong understanding of digital and social platforms
• Clean Driving Record
• Four-year college degree preferred
• Enjoy a fast paced environment with a desire to win
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Qualified, interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references

Additional Info:

Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television 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 Television 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 Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.

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